Digby RCMP seizes cannabis from illegal cannabis storefront, issues Cannabis Control Act tickets
Digby RCMP Detachment conducted an inspection under the Nova Scotia Cannabis Control Act at an illegal cannabis storefront in Digby and issued violation tickets.
On January 6, Digby RCMP officers attended an illegal cannabis storefront in the 300 block of Hwy. 303. During the inspection, officers seized a quantity of illegal cannabis in various forms, hashish, cash, unstamped tobacco, and vape products.
Two men present at the establishment were issued Summary Offence Tickets. The tickets were issued under section 20(1)(a) of the Cannabis Control Act (Person other than authorized seller operating store selling cannabis). One of the men was also safely arrested based on an outstanding warrant on an unrelated investigation.
Digby RCMP previously conducted an inspection at this location in December 2025, also under the authority of the provincial Cannabis Control Act.
The investigation is ongoing.
The Nova Scotia RCMP reminds residents that only licensed retailers can legally sell cannabis in the province. Products from illegal storefronts are unregulated and may pose health risks. The RCMP continues to enforce cannabis laws with a focus on public safety. Anyone with information about illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact their local police or Crime Stoppers.
-Yarmouth Town RCMP charges man in relation to historical sexual offences investigation
Yarmouth Town RCMP Detachment has charged a man with sexual offences and possession of weapon as part of an investigation into sexual offences that occurred in the 1990s and early 2000s.
In December, officers began an investigation into sexual offences that occurred between 1995 and 2000. The victim, who was a youth at the time, was sexually assaulted by a man known to them.
On January 7, Yarmouth Town RCMP Detachment executed a search warrant at a property in Yarmouth as part of the investigation. Investigators seized child sexual abuse and exploitation material, several electronic devices, and numerous prohibited weapons.
Officers safely arrested John Lonny Lumsden, 69, of Yarmouth, at the time of the search warrant execution. He is charged with Sexual Interference, Possession of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Materials, and Possession of Prohibited Weapons. Lumsden had a first court appearance on January 8 and remains in custody pending future court appearances.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims in Yarmouth from approximately 1995 to the early 2000s.
Supports are available, including through RCMP Victim Services, and anyone affected is encouraged to come forward. Survivors can discuss incidents with officers before deciding to participate in an investigation and court process. The RCMP recognizes the lasting impact sexual offences can have on victims, including stress, shame, and fear. There is no time limit on these types of offences, even if a significant number of years have passed. RCMP investigators are committed to seeking justice regardless of how much time has passed.
To offer an anonymous tip, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.
Other Nova Scotia RCMP units have supported this investigation, including the Internet Child Exploitation Unit, Legal Application Support Team, and Digital Forensics Services.
