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Today marks the tenth anniversary of the murder of Kevin Sean Farren, and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On March 9, 2012 at approximately 2:25 a.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a break and enter in progress at an address on Havenbrook Hill in Dartmouth. When officers arrived, they located Kevin Farren deceased inside the residence. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy and ruled Kevin’s death a homicide.

Investigators believe there are people who have information that could help solve Kevin’s murder. We are asking anyone with information to do the right thing and come forward with what they know; even the smallest piece of information could be the key to progressing the investigation into Kevin’s murder.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 902-490-5016.

Kevin’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.

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Representatives from the Canadian Gas Assoc. (CGA) and Canadian Gas Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (CGISAC) reached out last week inquiring about the rise in catalytic converter thefts and citing the following news articles:

July 22, 2022, Meadowvale, Nova Scotia… Annapolis District RCMP investigate shots fired in Meadowvale.

On July 21, 2022, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Annapolis District RCMP received a complaint of shots fired at a house on Hwy. 201 in Meadowvale. RCMP officers learned that a number of gun shots were heard shortly after 1 a.m. and a vehicle was then seen leaving the scene. There were no injuries sustained in the incident however the house incurred damage consistent with bullet holes.

RCMP officers and a police dog searched the area and evidence was located and seized from the scene.

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

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact 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.

File #: 2022-1010269

RCMP seeking public assistance in shots fired investigation

July 22, 2022, Meadowvale, Nova Scotia… Annapolis District RCMP investigate shots fired in Meadowvale.

On July 21, 2022, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Annapolis District RCMP received a complaint of shots fired at a house on Hwy. 201 in Meadowvale. RCMP officers learned that a number of gun shots were heard shortly after 1 a.m. and a vehicle was then seen leaving the scene. There were no injuries sustained in the incident however the house incurred damage consistent with bullet holes.

RCMP officers and a police dog searched the area and evidence was located and seized from the scene.

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

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact 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 file #: 2022-1010269 refers.

RCMP seeking public assistance in theft of vehicle investigation

July 22, 2022, Blockhouse, Nova Scotia… Lunenburg District RCMP recover stolen vehicle during a traffic stop in Blockhouse.

On July 13, 2022, a white 2012 Toyota Prius was stolen from a parking lot on St. Margarets Bay Rd. in Upper Tantallon.

On July 19, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Lunenburg District RCMP completed a traffic stop of the stolen vehicle near Hwy. 103 in Blockhouse. RCMP officers observed the driver jump out of the car while it was still in motion and run into a nearby wooded area.

An RCMP police dog and officer began tracking the man but were required to stop when the dog came in contact with a porcupine. The police dog received medical care and will make a full recovery.

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

Anyone with information regarding the incidents is asked to contact Lunenburg District RCMP at 902-275-3583. 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 #’s: 2022-1002826, 22-85062 refer.

July 22, 2022, Blockhouse, Nova Scotia… Lunenburg District RCMP recover stolen vehicle during a traffic stop in Blockhouse.

On July 13, 2022, a white 2012 Toyota Prius was stolen from a parking lot on St. Margarets Bay Rd. in Upper Tantallon.

On July 19, at approximately 11:15 a.m., Lunenburg District RCMP completed a traffic stop of the stolen vehicle near Hwy. 103 in Blockhouse. RCMP officers observed the driver jump out of the car while it was still in motion and run into a nearby wooded area.

An RCMP police dog and officer began tracking the man but were required to stop when the dog came in contact with a porcupine. The police dog received medical care and will make a full recovery.

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

Anyone with information regarding the incidents is asked to contact Lunenburg District RCMP at 902-275-3583. 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 #: 2022-1002826, 22-85062

Police continue to investigate murder of Glenn Brian Bourgeois

Today marks the 15^th anniversary of the murder of Glenn Brian Bourgeois and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continue to investigate the case.

At approximately 4 p.m. on July 21, 2007, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Maynard and Woodill streets in Halifax. Upon arrival officers located 27-year-old Glenn Bourgeois, who was suffering from several gunshot wounds. Glenn later died as a result of his injuries. Witnesses reported seeing two men fleeing the area immediately after the shooting, one of whom had a firearm in his hand.

Investigators believe that there are people who have information that could help solve Glenn’s murder.  We hope that the passage of time will encourage them to do the right thing and come forward with what they know. It is never too late to come forward and the smallest piece of information may be just what is needed to progress the investigation.

Investigators ask anyone with information about this crime to call (902) 490-5016. This case is also a part of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program which can be reached by calling toll free at 1-888-710-9090; callers 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.

Police file 07-107266 refers.