A 51-year-old man from Tobique First Nation, has been charged in connection with a firearm investigation in Tobique First Nation, N.B.
On October 22, 2024, the Western Valley Region RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence on New Road, in Tobique First Nation. During the search, police seized a large quantity of firearms. While on scene, police arrested a 51-year-old man without incident.
On October 23, 2024, Stephen Perley Sr. appeared in Woodstock Provincial Court and was charged with:
-unsafe storage
-possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm without a licence
-possession, use or trafficking of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
-alteration, defacement, or removal of a serial number on a firearm
-weapons transfers without authority
-weapons possession contrary to order and fail to surrender authorization
He was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on November 28, 2024.
Members of the West District Community Crime Reduction Unit, New Brunswick RCMP's Provincial Crime Reduction Unit, Police Dog Services, Emergency Response Team, and the RCMP Remotely Piloted Aerial System assisted with the search.
The public plays an important role in helping to reduce, prevent and solve crime. Anyone with information about, or who suspects, illegal activity in their neighbourhood is asked to contact their local police. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
The investigations are ongoing.