Three Charged After 6.2 kg of Fentanyl Seized in Dartmouth Home Search

Three people have been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking after a search of a home on Elmwood Avenue in Dartmouth turned up a large quantity of drugs, including 6.2 kg of fentanyl, Halifax Regional Police said on October 28, 2026.

Police said they received information in late August 2026 about suspected drug activity at the residence. Officers carried out a search warrant there on September 4.

What was seized

Investigators seized a large quantity of drugs and sent them to Health Canada for testing. According to police, Health Canada confirmed the substances last week. The seizure included:

• 6.2 kg of fentanyl
• 1,400 fentanyl pills
• 10.5 litres of GHB
• 96 packages of cannabis gummies

Police also seized a Glock switch. Police said they believe the drugs were being held for trafficking and had not yet been sold or consumed by anyone.

"This seizure is significant. It represents the largest quantity of fentanyl and GHB ever seized by Halifax Regional Police, and we believe it is the largest seizure of fentanyl and GHB in Atlantic Canada as well," said Staff Sergeant Nick Pepler.

Pepler also warned that drug users should be cautious, saying illicit drugs may be laced with other substances, such as fentanyl, which increases the risk of overdose, serious injury or death.

Charges

John Waye, 73, Krista Waye, 43, and Jaime Beaton, 43, each face the same charges:

• Two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking
• Possession of cannabis for the purpose of selling
• Possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon part
• Possession of a prohibited weapon part

The charges have not been proven in court.

Investigation continues

Investigators said they do not believe the three accused were acting alone. Police believe the drugs were brought into the region through organized crime and that others were involved. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this incident or any illegal drugs is asked to contact Halifax Regional Police at 902-490-5020. The police file number is 26-129813.