RCMP Seize Guns and Suspected Drugs in Summerville Raid

Community Safety Alert for Summerville, New Brunswick

On April 2, 2026, members of the Hampton RCMP, Grand Bay-Westfield RCMP Detachments, and the Southeast Community Crime Reduction Unit carried out a search warrant at a residence on Milkish Creek Road in Summerville, New Brunswick. The operation was linked to an active theft investigation in the area and resulted in the seizure of firearms, suspected drugs, and a range of allegedly stolen property.

During the search, police took two men from Summerville into custody and removed multiple weapons, including a loaded shotgun, from the home. One suspect, a 44-year-old man, now identified as Frederick (BJ) Raynes, has been formally charged with several offences and remains in custody as the case proceeds through the court system.

Official RCMP Incident Details

According to the RCMP, the search warrant was executed by members of the Hampton and Grand Bay-Westfield Detachments with support from the Southeast Community Crime Reduction Unit at a residence on Milkish Creek Road, Summerville, N.B.

Items Seized During the Search

• Six firearms, including one loaded shotgun
• A quantity of what is believed to be cocaine
• Two stolen all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• One motorcycle
• One trailer
• Thousands of dollars worth of tools, believed to be stolen property

Arrests and Court Details

Police report that two men from Summerville, N.B. were arrested safely during the operation:

• A 44-year-old man, now identified as Frederick (BJ) Raynes
• A 25-year-old man

The RCMP state that:

• The 44-year-old man was held in custody following his arrest and appeared in Saint John Provincial Court on April 7, 2026.
• The 25-year-old man was released from custody on conditions.

Charges Against Frederick (BJ) Raynes

On April 7, 2026, Frederick (BJ) Raynes, 44, appeared in Saint John Provincial Court and was charged with the following offences:

• Possession of stolen property over $5,000 (5 counts)
• Unsafe storage of firearms
• Unauthorized possession of firearms
• Breach of a probation order

Raynes was ordered to remain in custody and is scheduled to return to Saint John Provincial Court on April 23, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.

Public Assistance and How to Report Tips

The RCMP emphasize that residents have a vital role in detecting and reducing the trafficking of stolen property, illegal drugs, and firearms. Anyone who has information about thefts, suspected drug trafficking, or other criminal activity in their neighbourhood is urged to contact their local police detachment. Understanding how different police areas and jurisdictions operate across Canada can help residents know which agency to call when they see suspicious activity.

Those wishing to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers in New Brunswick at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), use the secure P3 Mobile App, or submit a Secure Web Tip via www.crimenb.ca.

The RCMP state that the investigation is ongoing.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident in Summerville, New Brunswick highlights how firearms, suspected drugs, and stolen property can intersect in a single residence, creating significant risk for nearby families and businesses. Seizures like this matter for the wider New Brunswick community because stolen ATVs, tools, and other equipment often originate from multiple break-ins, and illegal firearms can be used in further violent crime. While each region has its own crime patterns, comparing local trends with other communities across Canada—such as those featured in our national crime and safety data sets—helps residents understand broader risks and prevention strategies.

To support safer neighbourhoods, CrimeCanada.ca encourages residents to document serial numbers of valuable items, secure ATVs and trailers with locks, and immediately report unusual traffic at properties, especially late at night or where there is visible handling of tools, vehicles, or weapons. Early reporting, even of seemingly minor concerns, can give police crucial leads in ongoing investigations and assist in recovering stolen goods before they circulate further in the criminal market.

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 new-brunswick 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.