Community Alert: Drug Trafficking Charges After Raids in Pictou County

Police in Pictou County, Nova Scotia have laid multiple drug trafficking and related charges against three men from New Glasgow following a coordinated enforcement operation involving six search warrants at homes, a business, and storage lockers across the area.

The Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU), working with several RCMP units and local police agencies, executed the warrants on May 26, 2026, as part of an ongoing investigation into property crime and drug activity. Officers report seizing illegal drugs, weapons, cash, unstamped tobacco, and multiple stolen vehicles during the searches.

Official Incident Details

According to police, the enforcement action on May 26 involved simultaneous search warrant executions at several locations linked to suspected drug trafficking and property crime in and around Pictou County. As the operation unfolded, investigators identified an additional storage locker believed to be connected to the case and obtained a sixth warrant.

The six search warrants were carried out at the following locations:

• Two private residences in New Glasgow
• A commercial business in Plymouth
• A storage locker on Westville Rd.
• A storage locker in Abercrombie
• An additional associated storage locker (location not specified) identified during the operation

During the searches, two individuals were arrested on site, with a third suspect arrested later in connection with the same investigation.

Accused Individuals and Charges

Three men from New Glasgow, Nova Scotia have been charged following this investigation:

• Matthew Greencorn, 34, of New Glasgow
• Travis Greencorn, 30, of New Glasgow
• Michael MacIntyre, 63, of New Glasgow

Police report that all three are charged with:

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (methamphetamine)

Investigators state that each accused is also facing additional, individual charges related to:

• Property-related offences
• Weapons offences
• Other violations under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

All three men have been released by police on conditions, pending future court appearances. The investigation is recorded under File # 2026-154470.

Items Seized During the Operation

As a result of the six search warrants, officers seized a range of items connected to drug trafficking and property crime, including:

• Controlled substances:
  • Cocaine
  • Crystal methamphetamine
  • Various pill-form drugs (not further specified)
• Drug trafficking paraphernalia (items commonly associated with the sale and distribution of illegal drugs)
• Weapons, including a handheld conducted energy weapon (described as a “stun gun”)
• 40 cartons of unstamped tobacco products
• Canadian currency (cash)
• Recovered stolen vehicles and equipment, including:
  • A Kubota skid steer loader
  • A dirt bike
  • Several trailers

The operation was led by PCISCEU, with support from multiple partner agencies, including:

• Colchester Community Action Team
• Nova Scotia RCMP Police Dog Services
• Street Crime Enforcement Units from Cumberland County, East Hants, Pictou County, and Inverness County
• Stellarton Police Department
• Westville Police Service
• New Glasgow Police

PCISCEU itself includes officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Stellarton Police Department, and Westville Police Service, reflecting a joint, integrated approach to street-level crime in the region. For readers seeking a broader view of local crime patterns, see our Pictou, Nova Scotia crime statistics and safety data to understand how enforcement actions like this fit within longer-term trends.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From CrimeCanada.ca’s perspective, this case highlights how street-level drug trafficking and property crime are often closely intertwined, affecting not just those directly involved but neighbours, businesses, and entire communities in Nova Scotia. Illicit substances like methamphetamine and cocaine can drive addiction, violence, and theft, while the presence of weapons and stolen equipment raises additional safety risks for residents and first responders.

Community awareness is an important part of prevention. Residents in and around Pictou County should report suspicious activity such as unusual traffic to and from properties at all hours, the presence of suspected stolen vehicles or equipment, or signs of drug dealing (short visits, quick exchanges, or discarded paraphernalia). When sharing information, never intervene directly—contact your local RCMP or municipal police service so trained officers can respond safely. Efforts like this multi-agency operation demonstrate that coordinated enforcement and community vigilance together can limit the spread of harmful drugs and support the recovery of stolen property for victims.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.