UPDATE: Shooting in North Preston being investigated as a homicide
March 20, 2024, North Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is seeking information in relation to a homicide in North Preston.
On March 14, at approximately 4:23 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, with assistance from Halifax Regional Police, responded to a report of a shooting on Downey Rd. Police responded immediately and located a man with a gunshot wound.
On March 18, the victim, 18-year-old Dieago Downey, succumbed to his injuries in hospital; the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service has ruled his death a homicide.
“We’re appealing to people who witnessed the shooting or have information about the incident to come forward,” says Sgt. Withrow. “We’re talking about the life of a young man lost to a senseless act of violence. If you know what happened, or have video of the area around the time of the shooting, please contact investigators; your willingness to speak up could make a difference in identifying those responsible for Mr. Downey’s death.”
Investigators are also looking to speak with anyone who may have knowledge of Downey’s movements prior to the 4:23 p.m. 911 call.
The Special Investigations Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is continuing to investigate and is asking anyone with information to contact police at 902-490-5020.
March 15, 2024, North Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is seeking information in relation to a shooting in North Preston that left one man with life-threatening injuries.
On March 14, at approximately 4:23 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, with assistance of Halifax Regional Police, responded to a report of a shooting on Downey Rd. Police immediately responded and located an 18-year-old man outside with an apparent gunshot wound.
Officers provided first aid until EHS arrived. The victim was transported to hospital by ambulance with life threatening injuries.
Throughout the investigation, officers found numerous shell casings and damage consistent with bullet holes. No other injuries have been reported to police.
At this time, the Special Investigations Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is continuing to investigate. Investigators do not believe this was a random act, and the investigation is ongoing with a police presence still at the scene.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. If you wish 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.