October 28, 2022, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying 5 people involved in a dangerous driving incident.
Yesterday, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Halifax District RCMP received a report of a motorcycle crash on Glendale Dr. in Lower Sackville.
RCMP officers learned that three dirt bikes and two sport motorcycles approached an EHS vehicle, which was responding to a separate incident with lights and sirens engaged, at a high rate of speed.
One of the dirt bikes was zig-zagging near the emergency vehicle, and when the driver attempted to ride onto the sidewalk, he lost control and crashed.
A photo of two motorcycles and two riders was captured before all subjects fled the scene.
October 25, 2022, East Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is investigating the discharge of a 3-D printed firearm in East Preston.
On October 23, at approximately 10 p.m., Halifax District RCMP responded to a 911 call where a woman stated she had just been shot at a property on Hwy. 7 in East Preston. The 20-year-old Cole Harbour woman was transported by EHS to hospital.
RCMP officers learned that the woman was in a garage on the property, when she heard a loud bang and suffered non-life-threatening gun shot wounds. RCMP officers secured the garage, detained four individuals present and arrested a 20-year-old Dartmouth man for Obstructing a Police Officer. All parties were later released without charges.
On October 24, police executed a search warrant at the property on Hwy. 7 in East Preston. During the search a 3-D printed firearm and ammunition were located and seized by police.
At this time, investigators believe the firearm was discharged unintentionally.
The investigation, led by the RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division, is ongoing and being assisted by the RCMP Forensic Identification Section.
The manufacturing of 3-D printed firearms is an offence under the Criminal Code.
Anyone with information about this incident, or the manufacturing of 3-D-printed firearms, is asked to contact police 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.
October 25, 2022, Pine Grove, Nova Scotia…Today marks 2 years since Donnie Lohnes was attacked and robbed in Pine Grove.
On October 25, 2020, 57-year-old Donald (Donnie) Derrick Lohnes was attacked near a home on Jippie Ave. in Pine Grove. Donnie later 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.
Police are investigating a robbery that occurred this morning in Dartmouth.
At approximately 6:05 a.m. police responded to a robbery at the Needs Fast Fuel located at 543 Portland Street. A man stole a quantity of cash and cigarettes and fled the area on foot. The employee was not physically injured.
The suspect is described as a man, 50 to 60 years old with white facial hair and a medium build. He was wearing a black face mask, a black ball cap with a Halifax Mooseheads logo, a black track jacket with a Halifax Mooseheads logo and black pants and carrying an Adidas knapsack with white stripes on the side.
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or video from the area to call 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 using the P3 Tips App.
Police are investigating suspicious circumstances that occurred yesterday evening in Dartmouth.
At approximately 7:30 p.m. a youth was walking in the area of Belle Vista Drive and Spring Avenue when a vehicle stopped beside her. The man driving the vehicle spoke to her and offered her a drive. The youth left the area and reported the incident to a trusted adult who contacted police.
The suspect is described as a white man in his 30s with a beard. The vehicle is described as a black SUV possibly with an “A” in the plate number.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident 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.
At 2:15 p.m. police received a report of an assault with a weapon involving a knife. Officers arrived on scene and located a man who had been injured. The suspect had fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival.
The suspect is described as a white man in his 30’s wearing a brown jacket and blue t-shirt.
The victim suffered what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation is in the early stages. Additional information will be provided when it becomes available.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident 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.
October 17, 2022, New Albany, Nova Scotia…Annapolis District RCMP is investigating after a break-in at a cottage in New Albany and would like to remind property owners to secure their cottages for the winter.
On October 11, 2022, Annapolis District RCMP responded to a report of a break-in at a cottage on Trout Lake Rd. in New Albany. The break-in occurred at approximately 1 a.m. that morning. During the break-in, a man and a woman, gained access to the home by damaging a side door. A pellet gun and tools were stolen. The suspects drove a dark coloured SUV with dark rims.
Every year, the RCMP responds to these types of break-ins at cottages and cabins, especially throughout the winter months. Break and enters at seasonal properties are often crimes of opportunity due to their isolated locations. This increases the odds of criminal activity going undetected. The Nova Scotia RCMP is offering some tips to keep your cottage safe:
Remove all valuables from your cottage (including firearms);
Lock / secure all doors and windows;
Ensure all windows are covered by closing curtains or blinds;
Ensure all out buildings (e.g., garage or shed) are secured. Remove valuables;
Don’t leave tools and items outside that could be used to break into your cottage. This includes ladders;
Ensure that your cottage is visited on a regular basis. Consider using a trail camera;
Ensure your property is well lit, with motion sensors and timers on lights;
Install an alarm system with a local contact person if you don’t live nearby.
The RCMP will often check with neighbours if a break-in occurs in an area. We encourage community members to report suspicious activity and help to reduce property crime. Taking note of details such as a vehicle description, a license plate number, or a description of a driver can lead to the recovery of stolen property and prosecution of those responsible.
Anyone with information about the break-in in New Albany is asked to contact the 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.
Police are investigating two indecent acts that occurred last week.
On October 7 at approximately 7:30 p.m., police received a report that a man had just committed an indecent act while in his vehicle in a parking lot in the 6900 block of Mumford Road in Halifax. The suspect was described as a white man, 50 to 60 years old, balding with wrinkles on his face. The vehicle was described as a black four-door car.
Approximately an hour later, police received a report that a man had just committed an indecent act while in his vehicle in a parking lot in the 100 block of Wyse Road in Dartmouth. The suspect was described as a white man with light hair and wearing a light-coloured ball cap. The vehicle was described as a black four-door sedan.
Investigators are considering the possibility that these incidents are related.
Anyone with information in relation to these incidents 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 are continuing to investigate a robbery that occurred in Dartmouth in August and are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect.
On August 15 at approximately 9 p.m. police responded to a robbery in-progress at the No Frills located at 118 Wyse Road in Dartmouth. A man entered the store, concealed a number of items and brandished a knife when confronted by staff members. The man fled the store on foot with the items. No one was physically injured during the incident.
The suspect is described as a Black man in his mid-30s with a medium build and a groomed beard. He had red glasses and was wearing a black hoodie with a white design, dark blue pants and carrying a red and blue re-usable shopping bag.
Police are releasing photos of the suspect and are asking anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the suspect or video from the area to call 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 using the P3 Tips App.
October 12, 2022, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia… Investigators in the RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are asking for information in relation to a sexual assault that occurred near Metropolitan Ave. in Lower Sackville.
On October 7, Halifax District RCMP received a complaint of a sexual assault that occurred on October 4. Investigators learned that three youths were at a skate park near Metropolitan Ave. when they were approached by a man who asked them for cannabis or cigarettes. When the youths told the man they didn’t have any, the man left the park.
A short time later, one of the youths, a 14-year-old girl, was walking on a wooded path when she noticed the same man following her. The man approached her and demanded cannabis or cigarettes again. He then pulled her into the woods where he sexually assaulted her.
The man is described as being in his 20’s, approximately 5’ 11” in height, with a thin build and dark hair. He was wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants, grey shoes and walked with a limp.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have seen the man at or in the area of the park on October 4 or anyone with information related to this incident to contact police 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.
The investigation is ongoing and being led by the Special Victims Section of the RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division.
