Police are investigating after a man was found suffering from a gunshot wound in Dartmouth this morning.

At approximately 11:06 a.m., police received a report of an injured man located near Wright Avenue and Garland Avenue.  When police arrived, they located a 23-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound.  He was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. 

Police do not believe the man was shot at the location he was found and do not believe the incident was random. The investigation is ongoing.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have information or video from the area 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.

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The Cape Breton Regional Police Service is investigating a Mischief and Vehicle Fire that took place on January 25th, 2026, in the area of Cook Street, Sydney Mines. 

Police are requesting public assistance in identifying the suspects in the attached photos. Anyone with information is asked to phone the Cape Breton Regional Police Service Non-Emergency Line at 902-563-5151 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers. 

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Police are investigating two recent incidents of gunfire in Dartmouth.

On February 3 at approximately 2:20 a.m., officers responded to reports of suspected gunfire in the area of Lahey Road and Clarence Street in Dartmouth. On scene, police located a vehicle and residence that had been struck. There were no reported physical injuries.

On March 1 at approximately 3:35 a.m., police received reports of suspected gunfire in the area of Lahey Road and Clarence Street in Dartmouth. On scene, police located a vehicle that had been struck. There were no reports of physical injuries.

The investigation into both incidents is ongoing, including whether the incidents are related.

Anyone with information or video from the area 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.

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Today marks the fifth anniversary of the homicide of Joseph Beals.

On February 20, 2021, at approximately 2:10 p.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to reports of a single vehicle crash into a utility pole at the intersection of Mount Edward Road and Cranberry Crescent in Dartmouth. The driver, Joseph Beals, had suffered gun shot wounds. He was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries where he died. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy and ruled the death a homicide.

The Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Investigators believe there are people who have information that could help solve Joseph’s homicide. They are asking anyone with information to do the right thing and come forward with what they know; even the smallest piece of information could be the key to progressing the investigation. Anyone with information about Joseph’s homicide is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020.

Joseph’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 the 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.

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Tomorrow marks the fifth anniversary of the homicide of Brandon Reginald Polegato,

On February 7, 2021, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a weapons complaint at an address in the 600 block of Washmill Lake Drive in Halifax. Officers located Brandon deceased inside the building. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy and ruled the death a homicide.

The Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Investigators believe there are people who have information that could help solve Brandon’s homicide. They are asking anyone with information to do the right thing and come forward with what they know; even the smallest piece of information could be the key to progressing the investigation. Anyone with information about Brandon’s homicide is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020.

Brandon’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 the 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.

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Today marks the third anniversary of the homicide of Nathaniel Maurice Brown.

On February 4, 2023, at approximately 11:20 p.m., police responded to a report of a shooting on Lahey Road in Dartmouth. Officers located 36-year-old Nathaniel Maurice Brown outside of a residence who had been shot. Nathaniel was pronounced deceased at the scene. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy and ruled the death a homicide.

The Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Investigators do not believe that this was a random incident and believe there are people who have information that could help solve Nathaniel’s homicide. Anyone with information is asked to come forward; even the smallest piece of information could be the key to progressing the investigation into Nathaniel’s homicide. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020.

Nathaniel’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 the 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.

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Halifax Regional Police has signed an agreement with the federal government to participate in the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program.

The federal government has recently prohibited over 2,500 makes and models of Assault Style Firearms. These firearms were previously available in the Canadian market to lawful and licenced gun owners. Now that these firearms are prohibited, the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program allows gunowners to declare their prohibited firearm and receive payment for their disposal or deactivation.

Gunowners must declare their intent to participate in the compensation program by March 31, 2026. Following the declaration period, eligible participants will be able to schedule an appointment for the collection of their firearms by the Halifax Regional Police in the Spring. Compensation will be coordinated and administered by the federal government.

While participation in the program is voluntary, all gunowners who do not participate in the program must dispose of or permanently deactivate their prohibited firearms before October 30, 2026. Owners in possession of a prohibited firearm following this date could face the loss of their possession and acquisition licence, as well as criminal liability.

Halifax Regional Police’s participation in this program is funded by the federal government. All participating officers will be working on overtime shifts paid for by the federal government. This format ensures there will be no impact to front-line or investigative policing.

For more information on the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program, visit: Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program – Canada.ca

The Cape Breton Regional Police Service are investigating suspicious fires to a residence and a mobile trailer that occurred on January 3rd, 2026, in the area of Benacadie Glen Road, Benacadie, Nova Scotia. 

The Cape Breton Regional Police Service are seeking assistance with any information pertaining to these fires. Anyone with information of the suspect(s) or this incident is asked to call the Cape Breton Regional Police Service, or anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS, submitting a secure web time at www.crimestoppers.ca. 

Police are investigating an incident that occurred in Bedford last year.

On November 29, 2025, police received a report that at approximately 1:15 p.m. a man approached a youth not known to him in the vestibule of a fitness studio, located in the 180 block of Bluewater Road in Bedford. It was reported that the man touched the youth inappropriately.

The suspect is described a man, approximately 30 to 40-years old, with short curly black hair and a strong odour of smoke.

No further details will be released out of respect for the youth’s privacy and well-being.

Anyone with information or video from the area 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.

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Police are investigating a rash of robberies that occurred at several businesses in Dartmouth over the last few days. The robberies were similar in nature with the suspect(s) producing a weapon and demanding cash, cigarettes, and lottery tickets. One man has been arrested and charged.

On January 8 at approximately 11 p.m., officers responded to a robbery at the Petro Canada located at 610 Portland Street. Two masked suspects entered the store, approached the counter and one suspect sprayed the employee with a sensory irritant. The suspects took a quantity of money, cigarettes, and lottery tickets. Both suspects fled on foot. The victim was treated for their injuries on scene by EHS. One suspect was described as a white man who was wearing a grey hoodie, blue sweatpants, black shoes, and a maroon ski mask at the time of the incident. The second suspect is described as a white man wearing a grey hoodie, grey sweatpants, black shoes, and a medical mask.

On January 9 at approximately 9:20 p.m., officers responded to a theft at the Irving gas station located at 581 Portland Street. A man entered the store and asked about prices for cigarettes. While staff provided pricing information, the man went behind the counter and stole a quantity of cigarettes. The suspect fled the area on foot. He was described as a white man wearing a black jacket and black pants.

On January 10 at approximately 7:30 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that occurred at Woodlawn Convenience located at 99 Woodlawn Road. A man entered the store and immediately sprayed the employee with a sensory irritant, took a quantity of lottery tickets, and fled on foot. HRP K9 Unit responded, however, they were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect was described as a white man approximately 6’ tall wearing a light brown jacket, grey hoodie and red hoodie with grey pants and a black balaclava.

On January 11 at approximately 10:05 p.m. officers responded to a robbery at the Esso gas station located at 160 Main Street. A man entered the store, went behind the counter and following a brief physical altercation took a quantity of cigarettes and fled on foot. HRP K9 Unit responded, however, they were unable to locate the suspect. Through the course of the investigation, police identified the suspect. On January 13, police arrested Jordan Peter Cusack, 35. He was scheduled to appear in court to face charges of robbery and failing to comply with a probation order (x2).

Police are asking anyone with information about the incidents or video from the areas to call 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 using the P3 Tips App.

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