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Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax 

On October 10th at approximately 11:12 p.m.  police responded to a robbery at the Needs Convenience store located at 6130 Chebucto Road. A man entered the store, caused damage to a door that leads behind the counter and demanded money and cigarettes from the clerk. The suspect then fled the area on a bicycle with a quantity of cigarettes.

The suspect is described as an adult male wearing a green jacket, black ball cap, black pants and had a cast on his left foot.

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 a sexual assault that occurred last month in Dartmouth.

On September 16 police received a report of a sexual assault that occurred on September 2 at approximately 12:20 p.m. near Ferry Terminal Park. A man approached a woman, who was not known to him, and touched her in a sexual manner then left the area on foot.

The suspect is described as a white man in his 30s to 40s, approximately 5’10” tall, 220 lbs., with dark brown hair and a goatee. At the time he was wearing a white t-shirt, black shorts, a baseball cap, sunglasses and sneakers.

Police are asking anyone with information 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.

Tomorrow marks the second anniversary of Sheila Madore being reported missing to police and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate her murder.

Sheila was reported missing to police on October 8, 2020 and she was last seen on July 23, 2020 in the Gottingen Street area of Halifax. On March 12, 2021, human remains were found in a wooded area near Elliot Street in Dartmouth. Investigators in the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division working with the Medical Examiner Service identified the remains as those of Sheila.

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

Sheila’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 #21-29884

Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred earlier this week in Halifax.

Police received a report of a sexual assault that occurred on October 4 at approximately 1 p.m. on the Mainland Commons trail near Westridge Drive. A man approached a 15-year-old male youth who was not known to him, threatened him and touched him in a sexual manner. The youth left the area and reported the incident to a trusted adult.

The suspect is described as a white man in his 50s or 60s, approximately 5’6” tall with a medium build, wrinkled face and short grey hair. He was wearing an orange long-sleeve waffle-knit shirt, oversized grey jeans and black slip-on shoes with no laces. 

Police are asking anyone with information 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 6, 2022, Greenhill, Nova Scotia…Pictou County District RCMP is investigating the theft of firearms from a home on Salem Rd. in Greenhill.

On October 3, 2022, at approximately 5:40 p.m., Pictou County District RCMP responded to a report of a break-in at a home on Salem Rd. in Greenhill. RCMP officers learned that during the break-in 17 rifles and two handguns were stolen. The break-in occurred between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on October 3 and a black pickup truck with a loud muffler was seen at the home during this time.

Amongst the firearms stolen were 10 Marlin level action .336 calibre rifles, a Smith & Wesson M and P .22 calibre pistol and a Walther P38 9mm pistol.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Pictou County District RCMP at 902-755-4141. 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 #: 2022-1434360

Police are investigating three incidents of suspicious circumstances that occurred in Dartmouth over the weekend.

In all three incidents a man not known to the homeowner entered the property and looked in the windows of the home. The first incident occurred on October 1 at approximately 5:40 a.m. on Wanda Lane. The suspect was described as a white man in his 60s wearing a light-coloured jacket and jeans. The second incident occurred on October 1 at approximately 5:55 a.m. on Spring Avenue. The suspect was described as a man, approximately 6’ tall and wearing jeans. The third incident occurred on October 2 at approximately 12:10 a.m. on Saguenay Place. The suspect was described as a white man in his 50s.

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.

Halifax Regional Police is continuing to investigate the disappearance of 16-year-old Devon Sinclair Marsman. 

Devon was last heard from the week of February 21, 2022 and was reported missing to police on March 4, 2022.

Devon is described as an African Nova Scotian youth, approximately 5′ tall, 100 lbs., with blue-green eyes, and short dark hair.

Investigators in the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division believe Devon’s disappearance is suspicious and that there are people who have information in relation to Devon that they have not shared with police. 

Investigators are asking Devon, or anyone with information on his whereabouts, to call police at 902-490-5020.

Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Saturday night in Halifax.

At approximately 10:20 p.m., officers were in the area of Jennings and Larch streets when they were approached by a 19-year-old man who had injuries consistent with having been stabbed. Due to safety concerns, paramedics were unable to enter the area to treat the victim. Given concerns regarding the man’s injuries and the close proximity of the hospital, officers made the decision to transport the man to hospital in a police vehicle. The man was treated at the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

There is no suspect description at this time.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are investigating the incident. Anyone with information or video from the area in relation to this incident is asked 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 4, 2022, Oakhill, Nova Scotia… RCMPcontinue to investigate Barry Albert’s disappearance, which was reported on August 28, 2022.

On August 28, 2022, Lunenburg District RCMP received a report that Barry Albert was missing, and was last seen on August 21, 2022 in Bridgewater.  

As the investigation has progressed, RCMP officers have learned the following:

·         Barry Albert is also known as Barry Mosher, and answers to both names;

·         Barry has lost weight;

·         The last confirmed sighting of him was on Ron St. in Bridgewater on August 21, 2022

·         There have been unconfirmed reports of sighting of Barry in Wilevillle on August 21 as well.

Albert (Mosher) is now described as 5-foot-9, 150lbs, has brown hair and brown eyes. No clothing description is available though often wearing blue jeans, a dark t-shirt and a ball cap.

When someone goes missing, it has deep and far-reaching impacts for the person and those that know them. We ask that people spread the word through social media respectfully.

The family has requested privacy in this difficult time.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Barry Albert (Mosher) is asked to the lead investigator, Cst. Shawn Cornelisse, with Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit, at 902-599-0188. 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: 2022-1230641

October 3, 2022, Windsor, Nova Scotia… The RCMP is asking for the public’s help in solving a suspicious fire at Windsor’s Downeast Motel.

On September 30, at approximately 10:45 p.m., West Hants District RCMP and fire services responded to an active blaze at 4212 Hwy. 1. Upon arrival, officers found the Downeast Motel engulfed; they helped evacuate multiple long-term tenants were evacuated and the scene was secured.

There were no injuries; all tenants are safe and have temporary accommodations; however, the 35-unit structure incurred extensive damage.

RCMP officers held the scene overnight, as the fire is considered suspicious.

The investigation is ongoing and being assisted by the Nova Scotia Fire Marshall’s Office.

If you have information on the Downeast Motel fire, you’re asked to contact the West Hants District RCMP 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 #: 2022-1419612

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