Halifax Police investigate robbery

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Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax on earlier this week.

On June 30 at approximately 4:35 p.m., officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Bank of Montreal, located at 6980 Mumford Road in Halifax.

A man entered the bank, threatened a teller with a weapon and demanded money. The man then fled on foot with a quantity of money. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate him. There were no reported physical injuries.

The suspect is described as a man, approximately 5’8”-5’11” tall , approximately 40-years-old, medium build, wearing a blue flannel jacket, and black jogging pants. The man had his face partially covered with what appeared to be a black handkerchief.

Anyone with information or video from the area is asked to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

Police file 25-92787 refers.

Halifax Police lay charges in shooting incident

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Police have charged three people with firearm offences after an incident in Halifax yesterday afternoon.

At approximately 3:30 p.m., officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire in the area of Buddy Daye Street and Gottingen Street and in Halifax. There were no reported injuries.

The suspects fled the scene in a vehicle prior to police arrival. 

At approximately 10 p.m., the Emergency Response Team, K9 and crisis negotiators executed

a search warrant at a residence in the 3400 block of Barrington Street.

Three occupants of the residence were arrested, and a firearm was seized.

Anaysia Riley, 20, is scheduled to appear in Halifax provincial court today to face charges of:

  • Discharge a firearm with intent
  • Use a firearm in commission of an offence
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
  • Possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace
  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unsafe storage of a firearm
  • Possession of a firearm in a vehicle

A 46-year-old woman, is scheduled to appear in Halifax provincial court at a later date to face charges of:

  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unsafe storage of a firearm

A 17-year-old youth is scheduled to appear in Halifax provincial youth court today to face charges of:

  • Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Unsafe storage of a firearm

Investigators are asking anyone with information about this incident or video from the area to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

Police file number 25-90785 refers

Kings RCMP investigating indecent acts

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June 27, 2025, Port Williams, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP is investigating indecent acts that occurred in Port Williams and the Berwick area.

On June 26, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a man exposing himself while alongside Hwy. 358, near the 960 block, in Port Williams. The man is described as 40-50 years old. He was wearing a t-shirt, shorts, a ball cap, and a backpack. RCMP officers patrolled the area but didn’t locate the man.

On June 25, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a man exposing himself on the Harvest Moon Trail, between Commercial St. and Bent Rd., near Berwick. The man is described as approximately 30 years old, and about 5-foot-10. He was wearing a white tank top and black shorts. RCMP officers searched the trail and spoke with people in the area, but the man was not found.

The investigations are ongoing; however, officers don’t believe the two incidents are related.

Anyone with information regarding these men or these indecent acts is asked to contact Kings District RCMP at 902-679-5555. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.

File #: 2025-901488, 2025-893761

Pictou County police seize cocaine and methamphetamine, charge woman with drug trafficking

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June 26, 2025, Westville, Nova Scotia… The Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU) has charged a woman with drug trafficking after executing a search warrant in Westville as part of an ongoing investigation.

On June 18, the PCISCEU, with assistance from Westville Police Service, executed a search warrant at a home on MacKay St. Officers safely arrested a 41-year-old woman and seized a quantity of cocaine and crystal methamphetamine, 900 pills believed to be various illicit drugs, and drug paraphernalia.

Kathy Dawn Stanton of Westville has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (four counts). She was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in Pictou Provincial Court on September 22.

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.

Notes:

  • The PCISCEU is made up of police officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.
  • A photo of the items seized is attached.

File # 2025-655835

Kings District RCMP seizes drugs, firearm during search warrant execution

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June 26, 2025, Aylesford, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP has charged a man with ten offences related to drugs and firearms after executing a search warrant.

On June 20, Kings District RCMP executed a search warrant at a property on Morden Rd. in Aylesford as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. Officers safely arrested a 49-year-old man. During the search, which was led by Kings District Southwest Nova Street Crimes Enforcement Unit, officers seized a quantity of cocaine, cash, and unstamped tobacco.

Officers also located a firearm, which was found to be modified and not stored safely or properly. The firearm was also seized.

Barry Rawding of Aylesford is facing a total of ten charges under the Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Nova Scotia Revenue Act, and the Excise Act:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Proceeds of Crime over $5000
  • Careless Storage of a Firearm
  • Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Knowing Possession of Firearm is Unauthorized
  • Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition
  • Possession of Unstamped Tobacco (Revenue Act)
  • Possession of Unstamped Tobacco (Excise Act)
  • Possession of Tobacco Without Taxes Paid.

Rawding was released on conditions. His first court appearance is scheduled for Sept. 3 at Kentville Provincial Court.

Several teams assisted with this search warrant execution, including the Kings District RCMP General Investigation Section, Kings District General Duty, Street Crimes Enforcements Units from West Hants RCMP Detachment and Shelburne RCMP Detachment, the Nova Scotia RCMP Emergency Response Team and Critical Incident Command, Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.

File #: 2025-804811

Help Police Locate Two Digby Vehicles

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On June 30th, 2025 the Digby RCMP received a complaint of two stolen vehicles. The vehicles were parked in the compound at Brintons Towing/ Carstar parking lot in Smiths Cove, NS. One vehicle is a White 2024 GMC Terrain bearing New Brunswick marker #KEM 453. The other vehicle is a black 2003 Ford Ranger with a black cap. At the time of the theft there was no license plate on the Ranger.

Anyone with any information about these theft can call Digby RCMP at 902 245 2579 or anonymous tips can be sent to: www.crimestoppers.ns.ns.ca or by calling 1 800 222 8477(TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

Police file: 2025-921049 refers.

2005 disappearance of Shen Chiu “Andy” Tsou

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Today is the 20th anniversary of the disappearance of Shen Chiu “Andy” Tsou and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Andy was a resident of Richmond, British Columbia and was last seen in Halifax on June 26, 2005. He knew numerous people in Halifax and elsewhere in Nova Scotia and had been staying at the Halifax Casino Hotel and other private residences prior to his disappearance. Andy had booked a room at the Halifax Casino Hotel for the night of June 26, 2005, however, he never arrived. On June 30, 2005, a family member reported Andy missing to police. Andy was driving a 2005 white Pontiac Grand Prix while in the Halifax area and this car has never been located.

It is never too late to come forward and the smallest piece of information may be just what is needed to progress the investigation. Investigators are asking anyone with information about Andy or his whereabouts to call police at 902-490-5020.

Andy’s case is part of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program which offers cash rewards of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of person(s) responsible for specified major unsolved crimes. Callers must contact the Rewards Program at 1-888-710-9090, must provide their name and contact information, and may be called to testify in court. All calls will be recorded. The amount of the award will be based on the investigative value of the information provided.

Police file: 05-30495 refers.

Police investigate Dartmouth shooting

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Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in Dartmouth last night.

At approximately 10:30 p.m., officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire in the area of Lahey Road and Clarence Street in Dartmouth. There were no reported injuries.

During the investigation, officers located and seized a handgun believed to have been used during the incident. A suspect was also located and arrested nearby. 

An 18-year-old man is scheduled to appear in Dartmouth provincial court at a later date to face charges of:

Possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace

Possession of a restricted firearm with accessible ammunition

Possession of a firearm without a license/certificate

Possession of a firearm/prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime

Possession of a firearm in a vehicle

Unauthorized possession of a firearm

Unsafe storage of a firearm

The investigation is in the early stages.

Investigators are asking anyone with information or video from the area to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

Andrew Scott Barker wanted on province-wide arrest warrant

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June 25, 2025, Newport Station, Nova Scotia… West Hants RCMP Detachment is seeking information on the whereabouts of a man currently wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant.

Andrew Scott Barker, 47, of Hants County, is wanted and charged with the following offences:

  • Unlawful Confinement
  • Assault
  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Administer or Cause Drugs to be Taken
  • Uttering Threats
  • Robbery
  • Theft of Motor Vehicle

Barker is described as 5-foot-11 and 170 lbs. He has green eyes, and short brown hair and beard. He is believed to be driving a red Fiat. (Stock photo attached, not the specific vehicle.)

Police have made attempts to locate him and are requesting assistance from the public.

Barker may be armed. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Andrew Scott Barker is asked to refrain from approaching him and to call 911, or West Hants RCMP Detachment at 902-798-2207, or the police of jurisdiction in the area. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app. In an emergency, please call 911.

File #: 2025-878997

Help identify NS wide shoplifting suspects

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Police from various communities are looking to identify persons of interest in a number of shoplifting incidents involving the theft of fragrances at various drug stores-primarily Lancome merchandise.

Anyone with any information about these thefts are asked to call Bible Hill RCMP at 902 893 6820. Anonymous tips can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or tipsters can call 1 800 222 8477(IPS) or can use the P3 app. Police file number 2025 556371 refers.