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August 28, 2024, Millbrook, Nova Scotia… Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating a shooting in Millbrook that left one person injured.

On August 27 at approximately 11:25 p.m., Millbrook RCMP received a report of shots fired inside a residence on Birch Bark Rd. Officers from Millbrook RCMP detachment, Colchester County District RCMP, Pictou County District RCMP, and the Nova Scotia RCMP Emergency Response Team and Police Dog Services attended.

The initial investigation indicates that two people attended a residence and assaulted a third man inside, during which time a shot was fired striking the third man. The two suspects then fled the home.

The victim was transported to hospital by family before police were called. Their injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening. Extensive patrols and canvassing in the area did not lead to witnesses or additional reports of injuries or damage.

Investigators believe this was a targeted incident and that there is no risk to the public. The investigation is ongoing with support from Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Millbrook RCMP at 902-893-6819. 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 #: 2024-1244792

August 22, 2024, Cumberland County, Nova Scotia… Cumberland County District RCMP is looking to identify the owners of property recovered following the execution of multiple search warrants in West Brook, Maccan, Birchwood, and Handsford.

During searches of properties in West Brook, Maccan, Birchwood, and Handsford between February and July 2024, Cumberland County District RCMP and the Cumberland County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit located property believed to have been obtained by crime. Officers were able to return some items to the rightful owners; however, many items have yet to be reported as stolen or claimed.

The recovered items include:  

• Power tools
• Chain saws
• Solar power/heavy truck batteries
• Hand tools (masonry, carpentry etc.)
• Motorcycles
• Well tanks
• ATVs
• Snow blower
• Side-by-side/snowmobile tracks
• Generators
• Trailers (enclosed and flat deck)
• Water pump
• Heaters
• Trailer axles

If you have had property stolen and have not previously reported it, or did not previously provide serial numbers to item details, please contact Cumberland County District RCMP at 902-667-3859. An officer will verify your missing items against those recovered.

Note: The Cumberland Street Crime Enforcement Unit includes members of the Cumberland County District RCMP and the Amherst Police Department – Amherst NS.

File #’s: 2021-1054499, 2024-1012671, 2024-339731 refer.

On August 18^th 2024, DIGBY RCMP received a complaint of a black 2017 Friesen flat bed/dump trailer (NS plate#: T444626 was stolen from Langford Road, Riverdale, Digby County, NS sometime overnight. See attached photo of trailer.

Trailer Description:

• Year: 2017
• Make: Friesen
• Model: Flat bed/Dump Trailer
• Color: Black, with Red and White decals
• Style: Trailer

Anyone with any information about this crime or any other crime can call Digby RCMP at 902 245 2579. Anonymous tips can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or can be left by calling 1 800 222 8477(TIPS) or can use the P3 app.

On August 23^rd  2024, Chester RCMP received a complaint of a white Heartland Prowler 29p BHS camper trailer that was stolen from a wooded lot on Canaan Road in Canaan, NS. The trailer was last seen by the owner on the lot at the end of June 2024.

Trailer Description:

• Year: 2013
• Make: Heartland
• Model: Prowler 29P BHS
• Color: White
• Style: Travel/camper Trailer

Anyone with any information about this theft or any other crime can call Chester RCMP at 902 527 5555. Anonymous tips can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by calling 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

On Saturday August 17^{th , 2024}  at approximately 10 PM, Cape Breton Regional Police were dispatched to a report of tires being slashed at the North Sydney Exhibition Grounds, located at 105 Regent Street, North Sydney. Three tires on the vehicle were punctured between the hours of 7 PM and 10 PM. The investigation at this time is on-going, and anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Cape Breton Regional Police at 902-563-5151. Or Anyone with information 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.

File #: 2024-053156

August 23, 2024, Windsor, Nova Scotia… West Hants RCMP is investigating multiple incidents of a green laser aimed at aircraft flying over West Hants.

Between August 16 and 23, West Hants RCMP Detachment received four separate reports of a green laser pointed towards aircraft in the early morning hours. The laser is believed to have been coming from the Three Mile Plains and Windsor areas.

The RCMP is reminding the public that aiming a laser at an aircraft is a criminal offence. Under the Aeronautics Act, any person convicted of intentionally interfering with an aircraft, by using a laser, could face a fine up to $100,000 in fines and/or up to five years in prison.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact West Hants RCMP Detachment at 902-798-2207. 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.

File #’s: 2024-1186168, 2024-1191493, 2024-1227410

Halifax Regional Police is continuing to investigate a financial crime scam that occurred in our region and are now requesting the public’s assistance identifying a second suspect who is believed to be involved.

On June 7, police issued a media release to warn citizens of a scam where a person received a call from someone pretending to be a bank employee. The scammer advises that the person’s credit cards have been cloned. They put pressure on the victim to act quickly otherwise they will not be reimbursed their funds. The victim is then transferred to a person pretending to be the bank employee’s supervisor who tells them they need to surrender their cards to an employee who will be attending the victim’s residence. A suspect shows up at their residence and seizes the cards before using the cards at various locations.

The second suspect is described as a woman, approximately 20-30 years of age, with long light brown hair.

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

File 24-71030, 24-74634

On July 27th, 2024 between 1640 hrs and 1900 hrs, a blue BMW 323i sedan bearing NS plate
CHARBEL was stolen from Rainbow Haven Beach parking area in Cow Bay, NS.

Anyone with any information about this crime or any other crime can call Halifax District RCMP at 902 490 5020. Anonymous tips can be left at 1 800 222 8477 ( TIPS) or can be left on line at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app.

Police file: 2023- 101700 refers.

August 20, 2024, East Preston, Nova Scotia… RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is investigating a report of shots fired in East Preston.

On August 19, at approximately 12:55 p.m., RCMP officers and HRP officers responded to a report of shots fired between two vehicles on Bell St. Officers located the scene of the incident after both vehicles fled from the area.

There were no reports of injuries.

The investigation is ongoing and is being led by the General Investigation Section of the RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division.

Anyone with information related to this incident, including surveillance video, dashcam footage, or other video, is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). A secure web tip can be submitted at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or use the P3 Tips app.

File #: 24-113231

Halifax Regional Police is investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax this morning.

At approximately 6 a.m., officers responded to a robbery that had occurred at Peoples Jewelry inside the Halifax Shopping Centre. A man broke into the store, stole merchandise, used a spray irritant on a security guard and fled the area in a white panel van with markings on it.

 The suspect is described as a white man approximately 5’8” tall with a large build. At the time of the incident his face was covered, and he was wearing a black shirt, black pants and black shoes.

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.