August 24, 2023, Steam Mill, Nova Scotia…Kings District RCMP is requesting public assistance in a stolen vehicle investigation.
On August 22, 2023, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a black pickup truck driving through a private field in Steam Mill. The truck, a black Ford F-150, was believed to have been stolen.
At approximately 11:15 p.m., a report of a motor vehicle collision on Lakewood Rd., was received. RCMP officers learned a black Ford F-150 had been seen squealing it’s tires and when a homeowner went outside to investigate, they found no one in the vehicle. A neighbour advised police that the male driver had exited the black Ford F-150 and stole a red Ford F-150, from their driveway before fleeing the scene.
RCMP officers located the red Ford F-150 in North Kentville and attempted a traffic stop, however, the driver refused to stop and fled.
Kings District RCMP is releasing images obtained from surveillance video in the hopes that someone recognizes the man.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kings District RCMP at 902-679-555 or, to remain anonymous, please contact 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 #: 2023-1241583, 2023-1241980, 2023-1241982