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Halifax Regional Police is investigating a hit and run incident that occurred in Dartmouth earlier this month.

On August 6 at approximately 1:50 p.m. officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash that had occurred in the parking lot at 60 Tacoma Drive. A pickup truck that was leaving a parking spot struck another parked vehicle causing significant damage. The driver of the truck did not stop and left the area.

The vehicle is described as a black four door, Chevrolet Silverado. The driver is described as a white man in his 60s with grey hair and a beard.

Anyone with information in relation to the incident or the identity of the driver 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.

August 28, 2023, Springhill, Nova Scotia…Cumberland County District RCMP is investigating a theft of an ATM in Springhill.

On August 27, 2023, at approximately 4 a.m., Cumberland County District RCMP responded to a report of an intrusion alarm at a business on McGee St. in Springhill. RCMP officers attended and learned that an ATM had been pulled out of the business by a truck, before the truck fled the area. RCMP officers later located the same truck, completely destroyed by fire, approximately 500 metres away from where the break-in occurred.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Cumberland County District RCMP at 902-597-3779 or, to remain anonymous, please 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 #: 2023-1265504

Today marks the 24th anniversary of the murder of Jason MacCullough and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Jason, 19, was found deceased on a paved path between 100 and 104 Pinecrest Drive in Dartmouth at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 28, 1999.

Investigators believe Jason was passing through the area while walking home and used the well-known short-cut between the buildings. There is no indication that Jason was involved in any type of criminal activity, leading investigators to believe his death was a random act.

Investigators believe there were several people in the area at the time of the homicide and strongly believe there were witnesses to the crime. Police continue to urge these people to come forward and share anything that they remember about this day, no matter how small the detail.

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 Jason’s murder is asked to call police at 902-490-5020.

Jason’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 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.

GO #99-32436

August 24, 2023, Steam Mill, Nova Scotia…Kings District RCMP is requesting public assistance in a stolen vehicle investigation.

On August 22, 2023, at approximately 9:45 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a black pickup truck driving through a private field in Steam Mill. The truck, a black Ford F-150, was believed to have been stolen.

At approximately 11:15 p.m., a report of a motor vehicle collision on Lakewood Rd., was received. RCMP officers learned a black Ford F-150 had been seen squealing it’s tires and when a homeowner went outside to investigate, they found no one in the vehicle. A neighbour advised police that the male driver had exited the black Ford F-150 and stole a red Ford F-150, from their driveway before fleeing the scene.

RCMP officers located the red Ford F-150 in North Kentville and attempted a traffic stop, however, the driver refused to stop and fled.

Kings District RCMP is releasing images obtained from surveillance video in the hopes that someone recognizes the man.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kings District RCMP at 902-679-555 or, to remain anonymous, please 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 #: 2023-1241583, 2023-1241980, 2023-1241982

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred this morning in Dartmouth.

At approximately 4:41 a.m. officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred at the Circle K Convenience Store/Irving Gas Station located at 10 Highfield Park Drive in Dartmouth.  Two men suspects entered the store, threatened staff with a blunt object and stole cigarettes and money. Staff members working at the time were not physically injured. Both suspects fled area on foot towards Highway 111.

Both suspects were described as white men in their 20’s. Both were wearing a ski mask and one was wearing a red scarf.

Anyone with information about this incident, video from the area or the identity of the suspects 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.

File #23-101754

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred this evening in Halifax.

At approximately 9:45 p.m. officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred at the Circle K Convenience Store/Irving Gas Station located at 5450 Inglis Street in Halifax.  2 male suspects entered the store, forcing their way behind the cash area, where they stole cigarettes and food items. Staff member working at the time of this incident was not injured. No weapons seen. Both suspects fled area on foot, in an unknown direction of travel.

First suspect is described as a light skinned male with a brown goatee, wearing a grey hoodie with the #22 on it and a brown jacket. Second suspect is described as a medium skinned male, thin build, with a neck tattoo, wearing a black collared shirt and a black bucket-style hat with dinosaur pattern. Both males are described as being in their 20’s.

Anyone with information about this incident, video from the area or the identity of the suspects 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.

August 21, 2023, Plymouth, Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia…The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit continues to investigate the disappearance of Zachery Lefave.

On January 1, 2021, at approximately 12:15 a.m., 21-year-old Zachery Lefave, of Hebron, was last seen walking on Hwy. 334 in Plymouth. At the time, he was talking on the phone.

Over the last 2.5 years, the investigation has involved searches by ground search and rescue teams and RCMP Police Dog Services.

On July 19, 2023, an RCMP cadaver dog team conducted searches in the area of Plymouth, searching for any evidence that may advance the investigation. Unfortunately, nothing was located during the search.

On August 18, 2023, at the request of the Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit, Zachery’s case was added to the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Reward for Major Unsolved Crimes Program, which offers rewards of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the disappearance of Zachery.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit at (902) 365-3120 or 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.

The multi-unit investigative team has included members of Yarmouth Rural RCMP, Yarmouth Town RCMP, Yarmouth RCMP General Investigation Section, Yarmouth/Clare Street Crime Enforcement Unit, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, Meteghan RCMP, Shelburne RCMP, Lunenburg District RCMP and Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit.

File# 2021-473

Police have arrested a man in relation to a homicide that occurred in Halifax earlier today.

At approximately 2:20 a.m. police responded to a report of a stabbing on Twin Oaks Road. Officers located a man who had been stabbed. The 32-year-old man was transported to hospital where he later died.

Officers arrested a 36-year-old man at the scene without incident.

Members from the Special Investigations Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are continuing to investigate the case. At this time, investigators do not believe that this was a random incident.

The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service is conducting an autopsy today. Further updates will be provided when available.

Our thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones at this difficult time.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident or video from the area, who has not already spoken with police, to call 902-490-5020. 

23-98586

August 14, 2023, Parkdale, Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia…The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit is continuing with their investigation into a homicide in Lunenburg County.

On July 26, 2023, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Lunenburg District RCMP responded to a report of human remains being located in Parkdale, Lunenburg County, near New Ross. Investigators have determined that the remains are those of a man and the death has been ruled a homicide.

Over the last three weeks, RCMP officers have been gathering information and evidence that has led to a better understanding of how the homicide occurred.

“We are making progress with the investigation and we believe that there are people in the community who know what happened. We are asking that anyone with information, to please come forward. Often times, it is the small, seemingly insignificant pieces of information that help investigators make the largest strides in moving an investigation forward” says Cpl. Jeff MacFarlane of the Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit.

The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit is asking anyone with information, to call 902-365-3120, or 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.

The investigation is being led by the Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit and is being supported by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Office, RCMP Forensic Identification Services and Lunenburg District RCMP.  

Our thoughts continue to be with the victim’s family at this difficult time.

File #: 2023-1085504