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Colchester County RCMP is investigating the theft of a white and blue, 2023 Suzuki DR-Z. The motorcycle was stolen on July 13th between the hours of 3:00pm – 10:00pm from William Russell Road, Hilden, Nova Scotia. The motorcycle did not have a license plate attached but is registered. No suspects at this time. Picture of the Motorcycle attached below.

Anyone with any information about this crime or any other crimes can contact Bible Hill RCMP at 902 893 6820. Anonymous tips about this crime or any other crime can be sent on-line to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca of via the phone at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

Colchester County RCMP is investigating the theft of a Black, 2024 CFMOTO ZFORCE, Nova Scotia Plate GT166, and Trailer (no information on the trailer). The Side by Side was stolen on July 19th between the hours of 10:00am and 5:00pm from Guest Drive, Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. A neighbor reports seeing a light grey truck drive up Guest Drive around 10:30am and drive back out towards the extension with a trailer and side by side on it a short time later. Picture of the side by side attached below. If located please contact Colchester County RCMP (902) 893-6820.

Anonymous tips can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by phone at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

Police are continuing to investigate a scam that is occurring throughout our region and providing new suspect information.

On July 17 police released a photo of a man who was believed to be involved in the scam. The man has been identified and is no longer a suspect in the incident. We ask you to consider removing associated images from your social media.

On July 15, police received a report of a fraud that had occurred in Halifax. A scammer pretending to be a family member called saying they needed bail money. Someone else, posing as a person of authority, gave instructions on how the money would be collected. A courier came to the person’s residence on Chipstone Close in Halifax to pick up the cash.

Investigators are now looking to identify a man who is believed to be involved in the incident. The suspect is described as in his late 20s, tall, thin and of East Asian descent.

Investigators are asking 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.

File #24-95598

July 17, 2024, Meteghan, Nova Scotia – Meteghan RCMP is investigating after a police vehicle was set on fire in Meteghan. Two other vehicles were damaged in the fire.

On July 17, at approximately 1:45 a.m., RCMP officers responded to a call that a police car, which was parked at a service station for repairs, was engulfed in flames. Fire services also attended.

Upon arrival, officers found the police car destroyed; two other non-police vehicles that were parked nearby were also damaged by the fire. The efficient response from fire services prevented the fire from spreading to other vehicles, buildings, and nearby gas pumps.

There were no injuries reported by witnesses or first responders who attended the scene.

Investigators believe, based on evidence and information collected to this point, that the fire was set intentionally. Meteghan RCMP is working with a variety of resources, including RCMP Forensic Identification Services and Digital Forensics Services, to investigate this incident and other recent files in this area, which are believed to be linked.

“The Nova Scotia RCMP is aware and concerned about recent crime, particularly violent crime, in the Meteghan area,” says Sgt. Jeff Leblanc, Meteghan RCMP Detachment Commander. “Our detachment is working with the RCMP provincially on increased resources; we want the community to know that there will be an amplified police presence – both visible and covert – in the coming days, weeks and months to further our ongoing investigations and support public safety in the region.”

Anyone with information about this or any other ongoing investigation in the Meteghan area is encouraged to contact Meteghan RCMP at 902-645-2326. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 2024-1010400

Halifax Regional Police is continuing to investigate a shooting that occurred in Halifax last night.

At approximately 1:40 a.m. officers responded to a report of an injured person in the area of the 5800 block of Duffus Street in Halifax. Officers located a 39-year-old man who had been shot. The man was taken to hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

A dark-coloured SUV was seen in the area at the time of the incident.

Investigators are asking 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.

Case #24-96255

July 15, 2024, Meteghan Station, Nova Scotia… Meteghan RCMP is investigating shots fired into a residence in Meteghan Station.

On July 11 Meteghan RCMP was contacted after damage to a residence on Second Division Rd. consistent with that caused by gunshots was observed. No one was in the home at the time of the shooting, which is believed to have occurred between the early morning hours of July 9 and July 11.

Through the investigation, which is being led by Meteghan RCMP with assistance of the RCMP Forensic Identification Section, officers have determined that a number of shots were fired at the home, some of which penetrated the exterior of the residence, from a moving vehicle.

“This is the second incident of shots being fired into this residence, which is incredibly concerning. Thankfully no one was home at the time. The situation could have been much worse,” says Sgt. Jeff LeBlanc, Commander, Meteghan RCMP. “Our investigation is continuing and I’m hopeful that anyone who may have information about this incident or the one previous will contact me at 902-645-2326.”

Should anyone with information wish to remain anonymous, contact 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 # 2024-976891

July 15, 2024, North Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is seeking information in relation to shots fired at a home in North Preston.

On July 14, at approximately 3 a.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment responded to a report of shots fired at a residence located on Cain St. near Churchill Terrace. RCMP officers learned that the occupants of a home, a 50-year-old woman and 51-year-old man, both from North Preston, heard multiple gun shots and bullets impacting the home.

No injuries were sustained in the incident.

At the scene, officers seized empty casings and documented damage to the exterior of the home consistent with bullet holes.

The investigation, led by the General Investigative Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division with assistance from the RCMP Forensic Identification Section, is ongoing. At this time, officers do not believe the incident was random.

Anyone with information about this incident 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.

File #: 24-94792

At approximately 1015 hours on July 9^th, 2024, the driver of a 4 door Ford Focus attended the Shell gas station in Digby and filled his vehicle and a gas can with fuel prior to driving off without paying claiming he was going to get his wallet. The Ford Focus is light green with black front fenders and a black rear hatch. There is a temporary tag in the front passenger side windshield, and a blank plate attached to the front of the vehicle. There was no license plate on the rear of the vehicle at the time of offence. The driver is described as a white male in his mid 20s, wearing blue jeans and ball cap and a plaid shirt. There was also a smaller statured blond female in the front seat, and a dog in the rear of the vehicle.

Please contact the Digby Detachment if you can identify the vehicle and/or the male at: 902 245 2579. Anonymous tips regarding this crime or any other crime can be left on line at: www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by phone 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

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July 10, 2024, West River, Nova Scotia… On July 3, Antigonish County District RCMP responded to a report of vandalism in the tunnel that runs under Hwy. 104 in West River.

Officers learned that someone had spray-painted racist graffiti on the roadway and tunnel wall; the graffiti has since been removed.

Investigators believe that the incident was motivated by hate.

The RCMP takes incidents of hate with utmost seriousness and condemns these criminal acts. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Antigonish County District RCMP at 902-863-6500. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 2024-931361

On July 9^th, 2024 the Sherbrooke RCMP received a complaint of a stolen vehicle from Highway 7 in Goldenville.  The vehicle is described as a Jeep Wrangler bearing Nova Scotia license plate HGJ 861.  Silver in colour with a black top, off set tires, winch on the front, Harley Davidson sticker and Canadian flag sticker on the back window. If you locate this vehicle, please contact Sherbrooke detachment at 902 522 2200.

Anonymous tips about this crime or other crimes can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns. ca or you can call 1 800 222 8477(TIPS) or you can use the P3 app.

Police file 2024 962959 refers.