Category: Crime Of The Week

November 12, 2018, Boutilier’s Point, Nova Scotia . . . Between November 7 and November 10, a Harley-Davidson Rocker motorcycle was stolen from the basement of a home in Boutilier’s Point.

The motorcycle is unique, with a matte black finish and some grey powder coat accents. It has no chrome on it and has red lights under the gas tank. The exhaust pipes are much louder than normal Harley-Davidson pipes, and it has a thin front tire and a wide rear tire. It had Nova Scotia Licence plate 196414 attached.

Anyone with information about this theft is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP 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.

Queens District RCMP asks for help finding ATV stolen in South Brookfield

November 9, 2018, South Brookfield, Nova Scotia…Queens District RCMP is asking for help to find an ATV stolen in South Brookfield.

The 2017 red Honda TRX500 went missing from a home on Echo Lodge Rd. sometime between 9 p.m. on Saturday, October 27 and 6 a.m. on Sunday, October 28.

Anyone with information about this theft is asked to contact the Queens District RCMP at 902-354-5721. 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 #: 20181614436 refers.

Sometime between 2018-11-04 and 2018-11-21 a cottage and buildings were entered in the Oxford area with and estimated $5290.00 worth of property stolen.  Stolen items range from fishing rods and reels to mounted snow tires and a generator.

RCMP file 2018 1652282 refers.

Anyone with any information regarding this crime is asked to call Cumberland District RCMP – Oxford  Office Office (902) 447-2525 or to report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477(TIPS), or can submit a tip on-line at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or can use the P3 app to submit a tip.

Cottage owners are asked to remove valuables from your cottage before locking up for the winter and avoid being a victim of this type of crime.

November 7, 2018, East Gore, Hants County, Nova Scotia . . . On November 4 at 6:11 a.m., East Hants District RCMP responded to a Break and Enter where three long guns were stolen.

The homeowner was out of the residence between 6:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. the previous evening. He reported to police that the three guns, including a .308 pump action rifle, a 12 gauge shotgun, and a .50 calibre muzzle loader rifle, which were properly secured in the home, were stolen. He didn’t notice the firearms were missing until the following morning. The suspect(s) are believed to have gained access to the home via an accidentally unlocked window. There was no damage to the home and no signs of forced entry. Nothing else was taken.

East Hants District RCMP is asking the public to contact them at 902-883-7077 or 1-800-803-RCMP(7267) should they have information about this incident. 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 Continue to Investigate Murder of Donald Downey

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the murder of Donald Charles Downey and the HRP/RCMP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On October 30, 1988, at approximately 1 a.m., police responded to a report of a shooting at 2399 Creighton Street in Halifax. Upon arrival, officers located Donald suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital where he died a short time later.

The investigation revealed that Donald was residing at an Abbey Road address at the time of his death, and he was known to frequent the north end of Halifax and the Uniacke Square area.

Investigators believe there are people who have information that could advance the investigation and hope the passage of time may encourage someone to do the right thing and come forward to police with what they know. They are urging anyone who knows something about Donald’s murder who hasn’t already spoken with police to contact the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division at 902-490-5333. 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 via the P3 Tips App.

 

Donald’s case is part of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program. Through this program, the Department of Justice 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.

 

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RCMP investigating thefts from motor vehicles in Lunenburg County

October 27, 2018, Cookville, Nova Scotia…Lunenburg District RCMP are investigating a series of thefts from unlocked vehicles that occurred in the late evening and early morning hours in Lunenburg County. Recently, 12 vehicles were targeted in the Lower Branch Rd. area and a total of 43 vehicles were broken into in the Lunenburg County area since June. Numerous valuables and small items were stolen as a result.

“We want to remind people to not leave valuables in their vehicles and to lock their doors, regardless of how safe they believe their neighbourhood is,” says Sgt. Mark MacPherson with Lunenburg District RCMP. “Living in rural areas won’t deter thieves from targeting your vehicles and property.”

Police are also reminding property owners to lock their homes, garages and outbuildings and to keep items such as ATVs and power tools kept out of sight, especially overnight. Property owners can take extra steps to deter thieves such as installing outdoor lights, motion sensors or trail cameras.

RCMP continue to follow leads in a number of these thefts but are asking the public to help by being safety conscious and to report anything suspicious. Anyone with information relating to any of these thefts are encouraged to call their local RCMP Detachment. 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 investigating robbery

At approx. 3:11 pm Halifax Regional Police responded to a Robbery at Cora’s Restaurant, 1535 Dresden Row, Halifax. A dark skinned male, stocky build, wearing a black sweater, and a camouflage hat with a brim, entered Cora’s Restaurant and demanded cash from the register. No weapon was seen. Suspect fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. Suspect was last seen running North on Dresden Row towards Sackville St.

Anyone with information about this incident or the identity of the suspect 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. Police file 2018-167122 refers.

Police warn Cole Harbour residents of night time break-ins

October 28, 2018, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia – Halifax District RCMP is warning residents of the Colby Village area of Cole Harbour of three recent break-ins. Three homes were entered in Colby Village during the past two nights. This occurred while the residents of the homes were at home and were asleep at the time.

The suspect(s) took keys, identification, shoes, and food from the homes. No one was hurt and the RCMP is asking residents to take precautions to protect themselves. Police are reminding residents to lock their homes at night and report any suspicious activity immediately to Halifax District RCMP by calling 902-490-5020 or 911 in an emergency.

Some of the victims of these incidents contacted police several hours after they discovered them, which significantly decreases the likelihood of police being able to identify the suspect(s).

Steps to increase your home’s safety:

• Report suspicious activity immediately to police. Consider neighborhood watch programs in your community
• Invest in alarm systems and video security systems
• Secure all doors and windows and ensure garage doors are kept closed and locked
• Install timers on interior lights when you are not at home
• Have someone look after your home when you are planning to be away for an extended absence
• Do not place your car keys close to the door, and store them in an inconspicuous location
• Keep remote garage door openers out of sight or hidden in your vehicle
• Record serial numbers of valuable items

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP 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.