Year: 2025

Fire deemed suspicious by Deputy Fire Marshall and attending Fire Department

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April 9th, 2025 @ approximately 1400hrs 

On the above date and time Cape Breton Regional Police was dispatched to 11 Lyng street Glace Bay for the report of a structure fire. Upon arrival policer spoke to the fire chief, who stated the fire is suspicious as there were various ignition points in the home and accelerates found. There was also a pot of grease left on the stove with the burner on high.

Anyone with information is asked to call Cape Breton Regional Police. 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.

RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment investigating attempted robbery

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April 20, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia… RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is investigating an attempted robbery in Cole Harbour.

On April 19, at approximately 6:05 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment and EHS responded to a report of an altercation between two men in the parking lot of a grocery store on Forest Hills Parkway.

Upon arrival, officers observed two men fighting inside a car. One man immediately complied with officers’ directions while the other tried to drive away when officers attempted to arrest him. One of the responding officers deployed their conductive energy weapon to aid in the arrest of the man. The 31-year-old man of Cole Harbour was then safely arrested for attempted robbery.

The investigation, which is in its early stages, indicates that the 31-year-old man attempted to steal the car and the other man, who was the vehicle owner, tried to prevent him from doing so. Both men are known to each other. The two suffered minor injuries due to the altercation. No one else was injured in the incident.

The 31-year-old man was transported to hospital by EHS; he remains in police custody. The vehicle owner was treated at the scene and released pending further investigation.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident and has not yet spoken with police is asked to contact RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 25-54235

Inverness County District RCMP Recover Stolen Firearms

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April 15, 2025, Whycocomagh, Nova Scotia… Inverness County District RCMP recovered four stolen firearms near a school in Whycocomagh.

On April 10, at approximately 2 p.m., officers responded to a report of firearms being located on the ground near a school.

Upon arrival, officers were led to the firearms, which were found to be rusty and covered in grass. The firearms were subsequently seized. Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that they had been stolen during a previous break and enter in Whycocomagh in June 2024.

Anyone with information about the stolen firearms is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. 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. Police file #: 2025-473579

Meteghan RCMP seeking information related to theft of lobster

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April 14, 2025, Mavillette, Nova Scotia… Meteghan RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in relation to a theft of lobsters that occurred in Mavillette.

On April 13, police responded to a report of a break and enter at a commercial building on Peter Dugas Rd. Officers learned that sometime between 5:00 p.m. on April 12 and 8:30 a.m. on April 13, someone damaged a garage door, accessed the building, and stole two crates of live lobsters.

The value of the lobsters is over $2000.

Investigators believe that a small dark coloured truck or SUV with a broken rear window may have been used in the offence.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Meteghan RCMP at 902-645-2326, or local police. 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.

Police File #: 2025-483178

John Deere Tractors Stolen from Upper Onslow

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April 9th, 2025, Colchester RCMP received a report of a theft of a 2018 John Deere Tractor With a front-end loader attached . Property was taken from the Green Diamond Dealership at 53 Hub Centre road in Upper Onslow between February 28th and March 8th. Photos below are Stock images.

2018 John Deere 620 R and 2018 John Deere 6130r stolen.

Anyone with any information about this theft or any other crime can call Colchester RCMP at 902 893 6820. Anonymous tips can be sent to: www.crimestopper.ns.ca or by calling 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app. Police file number 2025 461212 refers.

Missing person: Help Eskasoni RCMP find Abby Marie Poulette

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April 11, 2025, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia… Eskasoni RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 36-year-old Abby Marie Poulette, from Eskasoni, who was reported missing yesterday.

Poulette is described as 5-foot-7 with a slim build. She has brown hair and brown eyes.

Poulette has been known to frequent Membertou First Nation.

When someone goes missing, it has deep and far-reaching impacts for the person and those who know them. We ask that people spread the word through social media respectfully.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Abby Marie Poulette is asked to contact the Eskasoni RCMP at 902-379-2822. 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 #: 2025-470111

Police charge two people with drug trafficking and weapons offences

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April 11, 2025, Pictou, Nova Scotia… Police have charged two people with drug trafficking and weapons offences after executing a search warrant in Pictou.

On April 3, 2025, the Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU) executed a search warrant at a residence on Welsford St. as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. A man and a woman were safely arrested inside the home.

Officers searched the residence and seized a quantity of cocaine, methamphetamine, cash, a firearm, a machete, mobile devices and tools, which are believed to have been stolen

Jennifer Anne Stevenson, 40, and Chad Andrew Thomson, 34, both of Pictou are each charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (methamphetamine)
  • Careless Use of Firearm
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
  • Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
  • Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (2 counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (2 counts)

Stevenson and Thomson were released on conditions and are scheduled to appear in Pictou Provincial Court on July 7.

The investigation is ongoing and is being led by PCISCEU with assistance of Pictou County District RCMP, Antigonish/Guysborough Street Crime Enforcement Unit and RCMP Police Dog Services.

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.

Note: The PCISCEU is made up of police officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.

File #2025-347322

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Man charged with multiple offences in drug trafficking investigation

April 12, 2025, Ohio, Nova Scotia… The Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has charged a man with drug trafficking offences as part of an investigation that began in 2024.

On April 10, the Southwest Nova RCMP SCEU executed a search warrant at a home on Hwy. 203 in Ohio. Officers safely arrested a man and seized cocaine (1.1kgs), cannabis (3.3 kgs), unstamped tobacco (60K cigarettes), cash ($50K), paraphernalia associated to drug trafficking, and a machete.

James Edward Reid, 64, of Ohio, has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
  • Possession for the Purpose of Selling (cannabis)
  • Selling Unstamped Cannabis – Excise Act
  • Unlawful possession or sale of tobacco products – Excise Act
  • Selling of Tobacco Products and Raw Leaf Tobacco
  • Possession Tobacco – No Taxes Paid – Revenue Act, Nova Scotia
  • Possession Unstamped Tobacco – Revenue Act, Nova Scotia
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Reid was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in Barrington Provincial Court on June 11 at 9:30 a.m.

The investigation, which is led by the Southwest Nova SCEU, is ongoing and is being assisted by Shelburne RCMP Detachment, Bridgewater Police Service, the Criminal Intelligence Service Nova Scotia and the Department of Service Nova Scotia.

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 # 2024-1381435

Note to media: A photo of some of the items seized is attached.

RCMP continues to seek tips on 2024 disappearance of Zachery Kellock

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April 11, 2025, Millbrook, Nova Scotia… The Northeast Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit (NEN MCU) continues to seek information from the public regarding the suspicious disappearance of Zachery Kellock.

On January 14, 2024, at approximately 4 p.m., Kellock left his home in Truro in a vehicle with two other people. When he had not returned two days later, his family reported him missing to the Truro Police Service. And when officers learned that Kellock was last seen on Millbrook First Nation, the RCMP took over the investigation.

“Zach’s disappearance was considered suspicious from day one,” says Cpl. Jennifer Tichonchuk, NEN MCU. “And we’ve been investigating his disappearance as a homicide.”

Since Kellock’s disappearance, investigators have continued to follow up on leads, with assistance from Colchester County District RCMP, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, and the Truro Police Service.

At the time of his disappearance, 23-year-old Kellock was described as 5-foot-10, 159 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark grey leather jacket.

“We know there are people out there who have information about Zach’s suspicious disappearance – information that will help us find answers for Zach’s loved ones,” says Cpl. Tichonchuk. “We’re asking them to come forward and share what they know; even the smallest detail could help our investigation.”

Anyone with information about Zachery Kellock’s disappearance is asked to contact the Northeast Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit at 902-896-5060. 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 #: 2024-67453

Note to media: A photo of Zachery Kellock is attached.

Community support leads to recovery of stolen church bell from Ballantyne’s Cove

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April 10, 2025, Antigonish, Nova Scotia… Community support and engagement was vital to the recent recovery of a bell stolen from a church in Ballantyne’s Cove.

On April 1, Antigonish County District RCMP responded to a report of theft at a church on Hwy. 337. RCMP officers learned that a large bell was taken from the property sometime the night prior.

Information gathered led investigators to believe that items stolen from a nearby property had been used in the commission of the offence at the church.

On April 4, police learned that the missing bell was located in Pictou County. Thanks to the social media posts and the attention they received, an individual received information about where the bell could be found, leading to its safe recovery and return to the church.

The investigation is ongoing, as officers continue to follow up on leads and information provided by the public about this theft to support criminal charges.

“When property crime targets historical or cultural items, we understand that the impact can be significant on the community as a whole,” says S/Sgt. Kim Hillier, Antigonish RCMP Detachment Commander. “Thank you to all who played a part in returning this bell to where it belongs.”

If anyone has information regarding this incident or other property crime offences, they are asked to contact the Antigonish RCMP at 902-863-6500 or the police of jurisdiction. 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 #: 2025-420313