Today marks the 27th anniversary of the homicide of Jason MacCullough.

On August 28, 1999, at approximately 2:30 a.m., Jason, 19, was found deceased on a paved path between 100 and 104 Pinecrest Drive in Dartmouth.

Investigators believe Jason was passing through the area while walking home and used the well-known short-cut between the buildings. There is no indication that Jason was involved in any type of criminal activity, leading investigators to believe his death was a random act.

The Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Investigators believe there were several people in the area at the time of the homicide and strongly believe there were witnesses to the crime. Police continue to urge these people to come forward and share anything that they remember about this day, no matter how small the detail. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 902-490-5020; even the smallest piece of information could progress the investigation.

Jason’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.

case #99-32436

On 2026/07/09 11:10 hours police arrived at St. Stephen’s Church on 35 Pitt Street, Florence, NS.

The latch to the sea can appeared to have been cut off with a power tool with a diamond saw blade. Writer later learned the following items were stolen from the sea can:

Cub Cadet ride on mower Model: XT1- 42B Serial No: 1D19PB50232 Yardworks 174cc gas powered push mower – no serial number available STIHL Whipper Snipper Model: FS-38 Serial No: 4140-007-1057 Two gas cans One gravel rake

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Cape Breton regional police or 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 using the P3 Tips AppC

A police-issued magazine containing firearm ammunition is missing.

At approximately 10:35 a.m. officers were involved in a foot pursuit with a robbery suspect on Green Road in Dartmouth. During the pursuit, it is believed the magazine fell from an officer’s equipment belt. Officers have conducted a thorough search of the area, but the magazine has not yet been located. Efforts to locate the magazine are ongoing.

The robbery suspect was arrested and searched and was not in possession of the magazine.

Unlawful possession of police-issued equipment is against the law. If someone is found in possession of the magazine, they may face criminal charges, fines or other legal penalties.

Anyone with information on the magazine’s whereabouts 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.

Case #26-120725

Police are looking to identify the driver of a motorcycle involved in a dangerous driving incident last week.

On July 23, at approximately 9:30 p.m., police were called to the intersection of Nantucket Avenue and Wyse Road in Dartmouth. It was reported that a motorcyclist heading onto the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge made a U-turn travelling onto the pedestrian pathway and intentionally struck a man driving an e-bike. The motorcyclist then left the scene.

The motorcycle is believed to be a sportbike that is described as black with pale-coloured side panel. The driver is described as a white man.

Anyone with dash camera footage of the incident or information about the driver’s identity is asked to contact 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 are looking to identify and speak to a possible witness as part of the Thomas Junior Downey homicide investigation.

On June 26, 2026, at approximately 10:30 p.m., police responded to a fatal shooting on Lahey Road in Dartmouth. Thomas Junior Downey, 39, was pronounced deceased on scene. His death is being investigated as a homicide.

Police are looking to speak with a man who was in the area that night and may have witnessed the incident. He was captured on surveillance video near a vehicle believed to be a newer-model black Nissan Kicks. The man was wearing a white shirt and a black ball cap. He is not considered a suspect.

Anyone with information on the pictured vehicle and possible witness identity are asked to call police at 902-490-5020.

A photo of the vehicle and possible witness is attached.

26-99548

File: 2026032265

On June 21^st, 2026 at 7:00 pm, CBRPS and CBRF responded to a 911 call to 48 Amelia Street, Sydney, NS. On arrival police noted a burning mattress outside the apartment building. Several occupants left prior to police and fire arrival. Witness in area noted a vehicle and an unknown male in the area prior to the fire. DFM and Police are currently investigating the matter as a suspicious fire.

File: 2026035293

On  July 6^th, 2026 at 4:18 am, CBRPS and CBRF responded to a 911 call to 51 Queen Street, Scotchtown,  NS. 911 caller indicated he could smell smoke inside the apartment complex. 911 caller was noted as the lone occupant on the apartment complex. DFM and Police are currently investigating the matter as a suspicious fire.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Cape Breton regional police or 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 using the P3 Tips AppC

Policel attended 250 Mount Pleasant Street, Sydney for a structure fire. When police arrived they noticed the following:

• There was a home fully engulfed in flames and flames caused damage to the neighboring home
• Members of the public were out in the area
• He was advised that there were people inside the home but now everyone was out of the home

Police made a canvass of the area with negative results. 

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Cape Breton regional police or 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 using the P3 Tips App

File # 2026037678

Halifax Regional Police is investigating a home invasion that occurred yesterday in Dartmouth.

On July 21, shortly after 7 p.m., officers responded to a report of a home invasion on Trenholme Street.

It was reported that a suspect forced his way into the home, assaulted and threatened the victim with a firearm before fleeing the scene in the victim’s vehicle.

The victim was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries by Emergency Health Services.

The victim’s stolen vehicle was recovered by the Halifax Regional Police; however, the suspect was not located at that time.

The investigation is in the early stages and is being led by the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division’s General Investigation Section with assistance from the Forensic Identification Section.

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

Case #26-113647

File # 2026034191

Police attended 152 Maloney Street, Sydney for a structure fire. When police arrived they noticed the following:

• There was a home fully engulfed in flames and the vehicle was close to the house
• Members of the public were out in the area

The K9 unit was in the area to do a track with negative results.

Police made a canvass of the area with negative results. 

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Cape Breton regional police or 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 using the P3 Tips App

On June 20^th, 2026 at approx. 4:00am, 2 unknown suspects stole a 2026 RTV-X1140 Kubota from the Donkin Mine site located at 750 Long Beach Road, Donkin, N.S.

Attached is a photo of a Kubota that is similar (same model) to what was stolen.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Cape Breton regional police or 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 using the P3 Tips App