Published Aug 05, 2026Last updated 8 hours ago1 minute readA Cape Breton man charged with human trafficking, sex trafficking and weapons offences in June is facing more charges.Article contentA Cape Breton man charged with human trafficking, sex trafficking and weapons offences in June is facing more charges.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 contentNova Scotia RCMP have charged Hubert Alexander Matthews, 63, of West Bay Centre, Inverness County with more sex trafficking offences and police believe there are still more victims who haven’t come forward.Article contentArticle contentOn June 23, Matthews was charged with trafficking in persons (two counts) and material benefit from sexual services (two counts).Article contentArticle contentThe victims came forward to Inverness County District RCMP through their investigation after Matthews was arrested in June and charged with multiple offenses.Article contentInverness RCMP’s street crime unit was assisted by the Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Unit in the investigation.Article contentIn a release on Aug. 5, RCMP said investigators believe there are more victims. They are encouraging victims of sex trafficking to contact the Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Hotline, which is monitored 24 hours a day by an officer, at 902-449-2425.Article contentAnonymous calls can also be made by contacting Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, submitting a secure tip online, or by using the P3 Tips app.Article content
More sex trafficking charges for Cape Breton man
