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Halifax Police Report Largest Drug Seizure in Atlantic Canada

Halifax Regional Police have announced a significant seizure of fentanyl and GHB, which is considered the largest of its kind in Atlantic Canada. The drugs were recovered during a raid conducted in September. In addition to the drugs, law enforcement also seized an illegal Glock switch attachment for a handgun.

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Halifax Regional Police have reported what they believe to be the largest seizure of fentanyl and GHB in Atlantic Canada. The drugs were confiscated during a raid in September and were displayed at a press conference on Wednesday. Along with the drugs, police also recovered a Glock switch, which is an illegal device that modifies handguns to fire in a more automatic capacity. This operation marks a significant moment for law enforcement in combating drug trafficking and related violence in the region. The seizure highlights ongoing concerns surrounding drug misuse and the safety of communities in Nova Scotia and beyond.

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