A St. John’s man is facing charges related to a trafficking investigation by the RNC. A significant seizure of contraband cigarettes, cocaine, and other illicit drugs took place. Two other men were released pending further investigation. Photo by Contributed /The TelegramArticle contentThe RNC has charged a St. John’s man with trafficking following a significant seizure of contraband cigarettes, cocaine, and other illicit drugs.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentRylie Nightingale, 23, was to appear in provincial court in St. John’s Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 on multiple charges.Article contentArticle contentThe Weapons and Drug Enforcement Unit (WDEU) investigation involved the search of a home and two vehicles in St. John’s, and two storage lockers in Mount Pearl.Article contentArticle contentThe RNC Tactics and Rescue Unit with the help of the RCMP Emergency Response Team contained and cleared the properties late Thursday afternoon and arrested three men at a service station in Mount Pearl without incident.Article contentThe three-month long investigation resulted in the seizure of: 12,100 cartons of contraband cigarettes with a street value of over $1 million; 8.5 kilograms of suspected cocaine; 23 kilograms of hash; 12 kilograms of illicit pills believed to be ecstasy and MDMA; Vapes and gummies; 184 lbs of cannabis; a revolver; ammunition; brass knuckles; $17,290 in cash; and other drug paraphernalia.Article contentNightingale, 23, is charged with: careless use of firearm; possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose; two counts of unauthorized possession of a restricted or prohibited weapon; trafficking of controlled substances; possession for the purpose of trafficking; unsafe storage of a firearm; two counts of possession of a weapon knowing its unauthorized; possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition; possession of a weapon obtained by commission of offenceArticle contentThe two other men were released with charges pending.Article contenthe investigation is ongoing.Article contentThe RNC WDEU is dedicated to the removal of illegal weapons and drugs from our communities. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.Article content
Man charged after RNC seize contraband cigarettes, cocaine through trafficking investigation
