News release
Police charge Lyons Brook man for trafficking fentanyl
October 20, 2026
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Pictou, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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The Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU) has charged a Lyons Brook man with trafficking fentanyl.
Through an ongoing investigation, PCISCEU learned that the man had purchased fentanyl on the dark web and was having it delivered to Pictou.
On October 14, investigators intercepted and seized a package containing 28 grams of a purple substance resembling small pieces of candy. The substance tested presumptively positive for fentanyl.
On October 16, Nicholas David Kelly, 30, collected the package and was safely arrested. He has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (fentanyl) and Trafficking (fentanyl).
Kelly appeared in Pictou Provincial Court on October 19, was remanded into custody, and is due to reappear on October 21.
The investigation was supported by the Pictou County District RCMP, Pictou County General Investigation Section, and the Antigonish/Guysborough Street Crime Enforcement Unit.
Nova Scotians are encouraged to report criminal activity, including the illegal sale of drugs, to their local police. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or through the P3 Tips app.
Note: PCISCEU includes officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.
File #: 2026-1517300