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Police Continue to Investigate the Murder of William Allan MacDonald

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Police Continue to Investigate the Murder of William Allan MacDonald

Fifteen years ago, William MacDonald was murdered in Dartmouth and investigators with the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continue to investigate his death.

At 10:45 p.m. on July 9, 2003, officers responded to a report of a suspicious death and found 62-year-old William Allan MacDonald shot to death in his apartment on Jackson Road in Dartmouth. The investigation confirmed that he had been murdered in his residence. William often had visitors and it is possible that he may have been murdered by someone known to him.

William and his loved ones deserve justice. Investigators believe there are people who have information about his murder that could help advance the investigation. They are asking those people to do the right thing and come forward with what they know.

Anyone with information about William’s murder is asked to contact the police at 490-5016. 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.

William’s case is part of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program. This program 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. Call toll free 1-888-710-9090 to submit information on William’s murder or any of the program’s other unsolved cases

 

RCMP seek public assistance following Lower Sackville Assault

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RCMP seek public assistance following incident

July 10, 2018, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia … Just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening, Halifax District RCMP responded to a complaint of an assault after a witness observed a young female being pushed in to a black Honda SUV by an older female. The young female was then punched by the older female, before the vehicle sped off towards Glendale Dr. The incident occurred in the 1400 block on Riverside Dr. in Lower Sackville.

The victim is described as a black female in her teens, black hair, 5-feet tall, black t-shirt and shorts. The suspect is described as a black female in her thirties, 5’2” wearing a black head wrap and short pants.

RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance with this investigation. If you have any information you are asked to contact the Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020. Should 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.

Senseless act of vandalism

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Senseless act of vandalism   

June 22, 2018, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia … Halifax District RCMP is asking for public assistance with identifying the persons responsible for the vandalism that occurred at a church on Sackville Dr. in Lower Sackville early Wednesday morning.

Sometime between 12:00 a.m. and 1:30 a.m., two suspects were observed on a security camera at a church in the 200 block of Sackville Dr., using spray foam on doors and spray paint on exterior the church. Derogatory comments and property damage were caused to the church

“This is not art, this is a poor excuse for attention,” say’s Cpl. Dal Hutchinson, Halifax District RCMP. “There are more appropriate ways to express yourself, this is not one of them.”

If you have any information about this incident you are asked to contact the Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020. Should 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

Robbery University Ave Halifax

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At 1426 hours on July 4, 2018  police responded to a robbery in the 5800 block of University Ave. The victim, who works at that location, saw a man holding her purse. She grabbed the purse and the suspect grabbed the victim  and took the purse back and took an undisclosed amount of money. The victim screamed and two men arrived and the suspect fled the building. The victim was not injured in the incident. The suspect is described as a white male in his 50s, tanned, medium build with short but shaggy light brown hair. He was wearing a black jacket with white lines, a t-shirt, black baseball cap with a red logo, medium length shorts and sneakers.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call police at 902-490-5016. 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.

Sailboat moored near shore targeted by thieves

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July 3, 2018, Hubbards, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is investigating after multiple items were stolen from a sailboat moored near the Shore Club in Hubbards.

The owners went ashore around 11 p.m. on June 30 and when they returned 3 hours later, they discovered multiple items had been stolen off their sailboat. Electronics, including i-phones and laptop, clothing, alcohol and car keys were some of the items taken. It appears the suspect(s) entered through a small hatch that was not locked.

If you have any information regarding this crime or witnessed any suspicious activity in the area during the night of June 30, you are asked to contact Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can also contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit tips by Secure Web Tips at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca. Calls to Crime Stoppers are not taped or traced and if police make an arrest and lay charges based on a tip, callers qualify for a cash award.

Theft of ATV Lunenburg Co, NS

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On Sunday, June 24, 2018, Chester RCMP received a report of a break, enter & theft of an ATV at 2222 329 Highway in The Lodge, Nova Scotia.

Sheds were broken into between June 20th and 24th. Tools were stolen along with an ATV.

The ATV was a red 2004 Kawasaki Prairie 700 model KVP with N.S. plate FZ241, VIN JKAVF6A184B513144.

Description:  windshield, winch on front, large rear back up light, thumb warmer, large black back seat with storage compartments, with heated handles, rear person foot pegs and built-in gas can.

If you have any information about this theft you are asked to contact RCMP or if you want to remain anonymous call 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 Investigate Weapons Call – Shooting

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At 8:56 p.m. 29 June, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of gun shots fired from a small two door white vehicle in the 60 Block of Jackson Road Dartmouth. Multiple officers responded to the scene and have not located anyone injured. Officers were not able to locate the suspects or vehicle and are still on scene.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division and Patrol are actively searching for the suspects and vehicle.

The first suspect is described as a black male with long curly hair wearing a dark shirt. The second suspect is described as a black male. There is no age or further clothing description for either suspect at this time. Both suspects left in a small two door white vehicle.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.

Police Investigate Weapons Call – Shooting

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At 1:10 p.m. 1 July, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of gun shots fired at a four door blue sedan in the 2400 block of Gottingen St.  Multiple officers responded to the scene and have not located anyone injured.  The vehicle occupants and suspects fled prior to Police arrival, Officers are still on scene.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division and Patrol are actively searching for the involved parties.

A person of interest was seen running from the area, described as a black male wearing a black hoodie with white stripes.  There is no age or further clothing description for involved persons at this time.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.

RCMP investigates theft of Bobcat Skid Steer

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June 29, 2018, Greenhill, Pictou County, Nova Scotia . . . At approximately 9 pm on June 19, 2018, Pictou County District RCMP responded to a theft complaint of a 2012 Bobcat Skid Steer from a work site in Greenhill.

The Bobcat had been parked at a construction site and was observed by a witness being loaded onto a trailer towed by a dark colored Ford truck at approximately 9 pm. on June 19. The Bobcat is white in color and the model number is T180. It bears serial number A3LL37181 and is valued at approximately $30,000.

The RCMP is asking anyone who has information or may have witnessed this incident to please call 902 893 6820 or 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). Should 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.

Theft of Motor Cycle

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June 29, 2018, Lequille, Annapolis County, Nova Scotia . . . Annapolis District RCMP responded to a complaint of a stolen motorcycle today, and are asking for the public to help locate it. The motorcycle is orange with flames, and is valued at $30,000 and was stolen from a residence on Cape Rd.

The motorcycle is very unique and has the following features:

  • Ultima Transmission
  • Digital speedometer
  • Softail type frame, has been stretched out as triangle
  • Straight bars
  • Forward control front frame
  • Small tear drop mirrors
  • 140 HP
  • Rear fender is painted and says “Dr RA Signature Bike”
  • Vance & Hines pipes

Anyone with information on the location of this motorcycle is asked to call Annapolis District RCMP at 902-665-4481. Should 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.