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August 27, 2022, Collingwood, Nova Scotia…Cumberland County District RCMP is investigating numerous suspicious fires that have occurred over the last three weeks in Cumberland County.

On August 5, 2022, at approximately 5:10 a.m., Cumberland County District RCMP and fire responded to a report of a barn fire on Hwy. 321 in River Phillip. The fire was extinguished and is believed to be suspicious. The investigation is ongoing.

On August 12, at approximately 4:30 a.m., RCMP officers and fire responded to a structure fire on Silica Rd. in Williamsdale. The fire was extinguished but not before the structure was completely destroyed. The fire is believed to be suspicious and the investigation is ongoing.

On August 19, at approximately 6 a.m., RCMP officers and fire responded to a structure fire on Westchester Rd. in Rose. The fire was extinguished but not before the structure was completely destroyed. The fire is believed to be suspicious and the investigation is ongoing.

On August 25, at approximately 9:55 a.m., RCMP officers and fire responded to a covered bridge that was on fire near Mountain Rd. in Collingwood. The fire was extinguished by the fire department and the fire has been deemed suspicious. The investigation is ongoing.

On August 26, at approximately 1:55 a.m., RCMP officers and fire responded to a report of a structure fire on Wyvern Rd. in Wyvern. The fire was extinguished and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

At approximately 2:35 a.m., RCMP officers and fire responded to a report of hay bales on fire on Hwy. 321 in River Philip. The fire was extinguished and is believed to be suspicious. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information on these incidents are asked to contact the Cumberland County District RCMP at 902-597-3779. 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 #: 2022-1096295, 2022-1135725, 2022-1175837, 2022-1211614, 2022-1216593, 2022-1216758

Police are investigating three sexual assaults that occurred yesterday evening in Bedford.

At approximately 7 p.m. police received a report of a sexual assault that occurred on the pathway of Amesbury Gate near Larry Uteck Boulevard. A man approached a woman who was not known to him and touched her in a sexual manner.

At approximately 7:55 p.m. police received a report of a sexual assault that occurred on the Kearney Lake Dam Trail. A man approached a woman who was not known to him and touched her in a sexual manner.

At approximately 8 p.m. police received a report of a sexual assault that occurred near the Kearney Lake Dam Trail. A man approached a woman who was not known to him and touched her in a sexual manner.

The suspect in all three incidents is described as a man in his late teens to early 20s with a dark complexion, short dark hair, thin build and approximately 5’8” to 6’ tall. He was wearing a blue tank top, dark pants 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.

Case # 22-104744/104770/104777

West Hants District RCMP assumes lead in investigation into Daniel Faulkner’s disappearance

August 24, 2022, Wentworth Creek, Nova Scotia…West Hants District RCMP has assumed the lead in the investigation into the disappearance of Daniel Faulkner.

Daniel Faulkner, 42, was initially believed to have disappeared in Lower Sackville, however the investigation has since determined that Faulkner was near Sanford Dr. in Wentworth Creek on August 19, 2022, before he disappeared.

Faulkner is described as 5-foot-9, 280lbs, has brown hair, brown eyes and a full beard. Faulkner was last seen wearing black shorts and a black shirt. He drives a grey Jeep Wrangler with Nova Scotia license plate GLH 557.

To date West Hants District RCMP has conducted searches of the last known area that Faulkner was believed to be, including a search by RCMP Air Services. RCMP investigators continue to speak with family and friends and follow up on tips as they are received.

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.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Daniel Faulkner is asked to contact 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.

Police File: 2022-1197261 refers.

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax early yesterday morning.

On August 23 at approximately 1:45 a.m. police received a report that a robbery had occurred at the Needs convenience store located at 33 Herring Cove Road. A man entered the store, produced a weapon, demanded money and then fled on foot with a quantity of cash and cigarettes.

The suspect is described as a white man, approximately 32-years-old, 5’7” tall, thin build with light brown hair in a ponytail. He was wearing a grey t-shirt, blue pants, black shoes and a blue medical mask at the time of the incident.

The investigation is ongoing, and 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.

 
File #22-103333

RCMP charge two men and a woman with Attempted Murder

August 23, 2022, Bishopville, Nova Scotia…The Kings DistrictRCMP General Investigative Section has charged two men and a woman with attempted murder after a stabbing on Bishopville Rd. in Bishopville.

On August 16, at approximately 8:30 a.m., West Hants District RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing in Windsor. RCMP officers learned that a man had presented himself to the local hospital with injuries consistent with those of a stabbing.

The victim, a 26-year-old Windsor man, suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries, and identified two suspects as having been involved in the stabbing. The investigation determined the incident was targeted in nature and occurred on Bishopville Rd. in Bishopville. RCMP investigators also determined that a third suspect had attempted to aid the two suspects involved in the stabbing.

Later that same day, RCMP officers arrested a 67-year-old Hantsport man outside a home on Riverview Rd. in Hantsport. A search warrant was subsequently executed on the home and RCMP officers seized firearms, ammunition and cleaning supplies. RCMP officers also seized the vehicle that was used during the stabbing. RCMP Forensic Identification Services executed a search warrant on the seized vehicle and conducted a forensic examination.

On August 18, at approximately 3 p.m., the Halifax District RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit and Criminal Intelligence Service of Nova Scotia located and arrested the two suspects, a 41-year-old Liverpool man and a 22-year-old Halifax woman, that were involved in the stabbing.

Eric Hubley, 41, Lexus Young, 22, and Arnold Clifton Messervey, 67, have been charged with:

• Attempt to Commit Murder;
• Aggravated Assault;
• Assault with a Weapon (two counts);
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose;
• Uttering Threats;
• Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized;
• Contravention of Firearms Storage Regulations;
• Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order

Messervey is facing an additional charge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm. He was released on conditions and will appear in Kentville Provincial court on September 27, 2022, at 9:30 a.m.

Hubley is facing additional charges of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm and Failure to Comply with Conditions of a Release Order (2 counts). Both Hubley and Young have been remanded into custody. Young will appear in Kentville Provincial Court on August 25, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. Hubley will appear in Kentville Provincial Court on August 29, 2022, at 9:30 a.m.

The investigation was led by the Kings District RCMP General Investigative Section, with assistance from the Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit, Kings District RCMP, West Hants District RCMP, West Hants District RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit and General Investigation Section, Criminal Intelligence Service of Nova Scotia, the Halifax District RCMP Street Crime Unit and RCMP Forensic Identification Services.

File #: 2022-1158425 refers.

Anyone with any information regarding this offence or any other criminal offence can police or can provide an anonymous tip on line to Crime Stoppers at: crimestoppers.ns.ca or via phone 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or can leave a tip via the P3 app.

August 22, 2022, North Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Guns and Gangs Unit of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a report of shots fired in North Preston.

Yesterday, at approximately 8 a.m., Halifax District RCMPresponded to a call regarding shots fired at a house on Willis Ln. in North Preston.

RCMP officers learned that a number of gun shots were heard sometime around 2 a.m. There were no injuries sustained in the incident; however, the house incurred damage consistent with bullet holes.

The investigation is ongoing and being assisted by the RCMP Forensic Identification Section.

Anyone with information about this incident 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.

File #: 22-102533

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

At approximately 8 p.m. police received a report that a robbery had occurred near St. Agnes Junior High School located at 6981 Mumford Road in Halifax. A group of approximately 10 youths approached two other youths who were walking by the school. The group targeted one victim by assaulting him and robbing him of money and property.

One of the suspects is described as a teenager with black hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a black t-shirt and black shorts.

The investigation is ongoing, and 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.

Case #22-102791

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax early this morning.

At approximately 1:30 a.m. police received a report that a robbery had occurred at the Shell gas station located at 2616 Robie Street. A man entered the store, assaulted the employee and threatened to stab the employee with a needle. The man then fled on a bicycle with a quantity of cigarettes.

The suspect is described as a white man in his 20s and approximately 6’ tall. He was wearing a dark blue hoodie, dark coloured pants, a blue medical face mask and was carrying a bag.

The investigation is ongoing, and 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.

22-101524

Halifax District R.C.M.P. looking for assistance with information in relation to the Break and enter into residence along Prospect road in West Dover, N.S. sometime in the area of April 2022. The suspect(s) entered home and stole numerous items from the residence.  Anyone with information that may lead to suspects is asked to contact Cst. Michael ELMS of Lower Sackville R.C.M.P.  902 244 7208.

Anyone with information about this incident 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: 20- 97802 refers.

Police investigate suspicious circumstances

Police are investigating suspicious circumstances that occurred this weekend.

On August 13, police received a report of suspicious circumstances in the area of Kearney Lake near Larry Uteck Boulevard. At approximately 8 p.m., a man approached four youths who were walking on a pathway in the area and asked them if they wanted to see his truck. The man was not known to the youths, and when they turned around and ran towards Larry Uteck Boulevard, the man followed them until they reached the street. He then turned and walked back along the pathway. The youths left the area and reported the incident to a trusted adult who contacted police.

The man is described as white, 30 to 40 years old, approximately 5’10”and 190 lbs. with dark buzzed-cut hair and facial stubble. The suspect was wearing a red and black hoodie and jeans and was carrying a black backpack.

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.

Police file 22-99215 refers.