News release
35 year old man arrested for 2nd time in a month by JFO.
June 5, 2026
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Summerside, PE, Prince Edward Island
From: Prince Edward Island RCMP
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On June 1st, 2026 Prince District JFO conducted a targeted vehicle stop on Water Street in Summerside. The driver was arrested for possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine. Police seized cocaine and cash. 35-year-old Alexander Clarence Robert Banks was arrested and remanded into custody. He had previously been arrested on May 5, 2026 for other outstanding drug related offences.
“The fact that the same individual has been arrested twice within a single month for drug-related offences demonstrates both the persistence of those involved in trafficking and the unwavering commitment of our Joint Forces Operation unit. This work is critical to deterrence - sending a clear message that those who choose to bring illicit drugs into our community will be held accountable.” said Jason Blacquiere Chief of the Summerside Police.
The Prince District JFO Drug Unit is comprised of members of Summerside Police Services, the Prince District RCMP and Kensington Police Services. It focuses on drug activity in Prince County. If you have information about drugs in your community, please contact your local police detachment. In Prince County the Prince District Joint Forces Operations can be reached at 902-436-9300.