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Today marks the fifth anniversary of the murder of Ryan Michael Nehiley and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On November 23, 2018, at approximately 8:55 p.m., Halifax Regional Police officers responded to a weapons call in the 0-100 block of Clovis Street in Halifax. Upon arrival, officers found Ryan inside his residence suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to hospital where he died. Investigators believe that Ryan was shot inside his residence and that more than one person was involved in the offence.

Investigators believe there are people who have information that could help solve Ryan’s murder. We are asking anyone with information who has not already come forward to do the right thing and contact police at 902-490-5020. What may seem like a small detail could be the key to progressing the investigation.

Ryan’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.

Today marks the 25^th anniversary of the murders of Gail Stone and Richard Marriott and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On November 20, 1998, at approximately 9:40 p.m., police responded to a report of a shooting at 15 Parkmoor Avenue in Halifax. Upon arrival, officers found both Gail Stone and Richard Mariott inside the home suffering from gunshot wounds. Richard was deceased and Gail was transported to hospital where she died four days later.

Richard was last seen at approximately 9:15 p.m. driving a maroon-coloured Dodge Caravan on Dutch Village Road. It is believed he arrived home at approximately 9:30 p.m.

It is never too late to come forward and the smallest piece of information may be just what is needed to progress the investigation. Anyone with information about Richard and Gail’s murders is asked to call police at 902-490-5020.

The 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.

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Halifax Regional Police is investigating two suspicious fires that occurred in Dartmouth last night.

At approximately 9:30 p.m. officers and Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency were called to a fire outside of an apartment building on Primrose Street. A garbage dumpster had been set on fire behind the building. The fire was extinguished, and no injuries were reported.

While on scene a second fire was located in a garbage dumpster behind another apartment building on Albro Lake Road. The fire was extinguished, and no injuries were reported.

Investigators are looking for a suspect who is described as a man, approximately 5’11” tall, 170 lbs., wearing a black hooded sweater, blue jeans, a light-coloured toque and dark sneakers with white soles.

Anyone with information or video from the areas in relation to the incidents 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.

November 20, 2023, Port Royal, Nova Scotia…Annapolis District RCMP is investigating a home invasion that occurred at a home on Parker Mountain Rd. in Parkers Cove.

On November 17, 2023, at approximately 8:45 p.m., Annapolis District RCMP responded to a report of a home invasion on Parker Mountain Rd. in Parkers Cove. RCMP officers learned that woman was in her home when she heard a banging noise at the back door. The woman observed a man on the deck and he told her that he needed to get into the house but, the woman refused to let him in. The man then smashed the window in the door and entered the home. The woman fled the home through the front door, went to a neighbour’s home and called 911. The man fled the home prior to the arrival of RCMP officers. RCMP Police Dog Services attended, however the man could not be located.

RCMP Forensic Identification Services attended the home and conducted forensic examination of the scene. The investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Annapolis District RCMP at 902-665-4481. If you would like to remain anonymous you can contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). A secure web tip can be submitted at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or use the P3 Tips App.

Police File #: 2023-1703653 refers.

Police are investigating a hit and run that occurred in Halifax this weekend.

On November 18, at approximately 2:45 a.m., officers responded to a motor vehicle collision in the area of the 1700 block of Barrington Street. A vehicle travelling on Barrington Street was struck by another vehicle, as it was going through the intersection at Prince Street. The hit vehicle struck a parked car and then collided with a business on Barrington Street. The driver of the run vehicle did not stop and proceeded West on Prince Street. There were no reported injuries.

The run vehicle is described as a dark colored SUV.

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.

Police file 23-140930 refers.

On Saturday, November 4^th, 2023 Enfield RCMP received a call of a theft of side-by-side from a new home construction site in East Uniacke, N.S. The registered owner reported that his black, 2023 Polaris General 1000 Ultimate was stolen from his driveway. This occurred between Friday, November 3^rd, 2023 at 1500 hrs and Saturday, November 4^th, 2023 at 1225 hrs.

The owner advised that the side-by-side and its accessories are valued at ~$55 000. The following modifications/accessories have been added to the side-by-side:

-Dome light

-Rear bumper

-Wipers

-Heater

-Large rear cargo box See attached photo of side-by-side.

Anyone with information about this crime can call Enfield RCMP at (902) 837-7077. Anonymous tips about this crime or any other crime can be left at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or on line at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app.

Police file: 2023-1639272 refers.

Halifax Regional Police is investigating two robberies that occurred in Dartmouth.

Last night, at approximately 5:10 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that had occurred at Needs Convenience located at 100 Highfield Park Drive. A man with a knife entered the store, threatened the employee and demanded money and cigarettes. The suspect fled the area on foot with a quantity of cash and cigarettes.

The suspect is described as white in his twenties with dark hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue jogging pants with red lettering, white sneakers and a black and white bandana.

This morning, at approximately 4:34 a.m., officers responded to a robbery that had occurred at the Ultramar located at 640 Windmill Road. A man with what is believed to be a firearm entered the store, threatened the employee and demanded money and cigarettes. The suspect fled the area on foot with a quantity of cigarettes.

The suspect is described as white in his 20s to 30s, approximately 5’4” tall, with a thin build, black hair and a goatee. He was wearing a gold jacket, black pants and gray sneakers.

There is some evidence to suggest that the suspect is the same for both robberies.

Anyone with information or video from the areas in relation to the incidents 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.

November 2, 2023, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia…Inverness County District RCMP is investigating the theft of firearms from a home on Crandall Rd. in Port Hawkesbury.

On October 20, 2023, Inverness County District RCMP responded to a report of a break-in to a home on Crandall Rd. in Port Hawkesbury. RCMP officers learned that the during the break-in, one rifle, two revolvers and a pistol, were stolen from the home. RCMP Forensic Identification Services are engaged and assisting with the investigation.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Inverness County District RCMP at 902-625-2220. If you would like to remain anonymous you can contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers 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 #: 2023-1562728

November 1, 2023, Pine Grove, Nova Scotia…Today marks 3 years since the homicide of Donnie Lohnes.

On October 25, 2020, 57-year-old Donald (Donnie) Derrick Lohnes was attacked near a home on Jippie Ave. in Pine Grove. Donnie suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by ambulance.

On November 1, Donnie died from the injuries he sustained during the attack. His death was determined to be a homicide.

RCMP investigators continue to ask the public for information to assist in solving this crime. Donnie’s case has been added to the Nova Scotia Reward for Major Unsolved Crimes Program, which offers up to $150,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in certain cases. The Provincial Rewards line is 1-888-710-9090.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit at 902-365-3120. If you would like to remain anonymous you can contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers 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 #: 2020-160171

Halifax Regional Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Dartmouth.

At approximately 7:10 p.m. on October 31st, officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Needs located at 100 Highfield Park Drive. A man entered the store and demanded money and cigarettes from the clerk, the employee was not injured.

The suspect is described as a white man, wearing a black hoodie with white lettering, dark blue/navy pants with red print on right leg, white sneakers and a white and black bandana covering his face.

Anyone with information about this incident or the identity of the suspect 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.