RCMP charged a British Columbia man with both drug and weapons offences following a search warrant at a residence in Halifax.

The 28-year-old man was arrested on Friday, December 12 at the 1400 block of Brenton Street after a lengthy investigation.

A quantity of cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, hydromorphone, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), cash, jewelry and a switchblade knife were seized from the home.

He was charged with:

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (five counts)
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 (two counts)
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

On December 15, the charged man appeared in Halifax Provincial Court and he was released on conditions.

His next court appearance is scheduled for January 14.

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact police to report any crime, including the illegal selling of drugs.