July 22, 2025, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia… Eskasoni RCMP has charged a man with several weapons offences and officers seized a firearm and a crossbow after a weapons call.
On July 19 at approximately 11:20 p.m., Eskasoni RCMP received multiple reports of a person in possession of a firearm around Arena Rd. in Eskasoni. Officers attended the area and safely arrested Stephen Morris. The officers also located and safely seized a loaded firearm in a vehicle.
Officers also executed a search warrant associated to this investigation at a residence on Sunrise Dr. and seized a crossbow and other items.
Morris, 39, of Eskasoni, had a first court appearance on July 21 and remains in custody pending future court appearances. He has been charged with a total of eleven offences, including Using a Firearm in the Commission of an Offence, Careless Use of a Firearm, and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.
The investigation is ongoing and police anticipate further charges. Anyone with information about this incident who has not yet spoken with the RCMP is encouraged to contact Eskasoni RCMP Detachment at 902-379-2822. To remain anonymous, 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.
Police file #: 2025-1037576 refers.