RCMP investigates numerous thefts from vehicles

June 25, 2021, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia…Colchester County District RCMP is investigating a number of thefts from vehicles in Stewiacke.  

In the early morning hours of June 24, 2021, a number of thefts were reported from unlocked vehicles in Stewiacke. A white Dodge Journey SUV, Nova Scotia licence plate GGJ 382, was also stolen and has not yet been recovered. Police are requesting assistance in identifying two suspects. One suspect i n the black hoodie was noted to have hand and neck tattoos.    

The RCMP would like to remind the public to lock their homes and vehicles, and to keep valuables out of sight. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bible Hill RCMP at 902-893-6820. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS, submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App. 

File # 2021-898698

RCMP investigates three break and enters

June 23, 2021, Black Point, Nova Scotia…Halifax District RCMP is investigating three break and enters in Black Point and Hubbards.

Between June 19 and June 21, suspect(s) damaged a door to a home on Fryday Rd. in Black Point. Entry was gained, and an electric bike was taken from a locked shed in the yard. The bike is a blue Hyper Electric 700c unisex bike.

While members were in the area, they noticed another home on Fryday Rd. with the front door open and took a closer look. The door had been forced open and access was gained. The home was vacant and therefore empty.

On June 21, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., a home on St. Margaret’s Bay Rd. in Hubbards was broken into. The home was accessed through an unlocked basement door. 

Recent break an enters have occurred to homes near the rails to trail system. The RCMP is reminding residents to lock their homes and to keep valuables out of sight. 

Anyone with information 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, submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.  

File # 21-74115, 21-74207, 21-74359

RCMP investigating four break and enters in Queensland/Hubbards area

June 18, 2021, Queensland, Nova Scotia…Halifax District RCMP is investigating four separate break and enter incidents in the Queensland/Hubbards area. 

On June 8, police were notified of a break and enter at a home on Station Rd. in Hubbards. The break-in happened overnight and items were reported missing, including cash. The suspect(s) gained entry through an unlocked window.

On June 14, a church on St. Margarets bay Rd. in Hubbards was broken into. Nothing was stolen, and it appears that the suspect(s) gained entry through an improperly secured door.

On June 15, a home on St. Margarets Bay Rd. in Queensland was broken into and jewelry was taken. The break-in happened between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., and entry was gained through an unlocked door.

On June 16, a home on Trailside Rd. in Queensland was broken into between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Access was gained through an unlocked window. 

The RCMP wants to remind residents to lock their doors and windows when not at home. 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.

File # 21-68315, 21-70975, 21-71462 and 21-71906

Multiple thefts from unlocked vehicles reported in Halifax RCMP area

June 17, 2021, Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia… Multiple reports of thefts from unlocked vehicles have been recently reported in Cole Harbour, Sackville and Tantallon.

Between June 1 and June 14, Halifax District RCMP received 18 complaints of thefts from motor vehicle. A total of 25 vehicles were entered, and 12 of these were left unlocked. 

The RCMP wants to remind residents that if they want to protect themselves against theft from their vehicles, the first step is to lock their vehicles, and remove anything of value.

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.

RCMP investigates break, enter and theft

June 14, 2021, Bible Hill, Nova Scotia… Colchester County District RCMP is investigating a break, enter and theft of firearms from Bible Hill.

Police responded to a break and enter at a home on Dunromin Avenue in Bible Hill. The break-in occurred between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. on June 9. The rear window of the garage was forced open to gain entry. The missing items include two rifles and a minibike.

The rifles are described as black .22 caliber Winchester rifles, and are approximately 20 years old. The minibike is unique: it is a red 1974 Honda Z-50 cc with collapsible handle bars and a sticker on the gas tank showing RC51.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Colchester County District RCMP at 902-896-5000. 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 # 2021811253

RCMP investigates stabbing

June 14, 2021, Pictou Landing First Nation, Nova Scotia… Pictou District RCMP is investigating a stabbing that occurred on June 12 in Pictou Landing First Nation.

On June 12, at approximately 11 p.m., Pictou District RCMP was dispatched to a report of a stabbing in Pictou Landing First Nation. Police located three men with non-life-threatening injuries. One of the victims was taken to hospital by EHS.

The investigation is ongoing. The suspects are known to the victims, and this is not considered a random act.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Pictou 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 # 2021833223

Rocks thrown from overpass damage passing vehicles

June 13, 2021, Lantz, Nova Scotia… East Hants RCMP is asking for assistance from the public after rocks were thrown from an overpass on to passing vehicles.

Just after 12 a.m. on Saturday, June 12 East Hants RCMP received three 911 calls in relation to vehicles being damaged after they were struck by rocks that were thrown from the new over Pass on highway 102 in Lantz. Immediate patrols by RCMP did not result in locating any suspects who targeted vehicles travelling in both the southbound and northbound lanes.

Although no one was injured, the damage was significant and the outcome could have been much worse.

The investigation is continuing. Anyone who has information or may have witnessed this incident is asked to call Enfield RCMP at 902-883-7077. 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 # 2021827932

RCMP charges Little Harbour man for dangerous operation following dispute

June 10, 2021, Little Harbour, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP has charged a man for dangerous operation of a conveyance following a dispute on the water in Little Harbour.

On May 16, police were notified of a dispute in Little Harbour around 5 a.m. that morning. Investigation determined that the incident had occurred on the water between two vessels. A man on the first vessel had been yelling at a person on the second vessel. The first vessel proceeded to follow the second vessel, and was sailing erratically, almost causing a collision. A line from the first vessel got caught in the propeller of the second vessel, which cause the second vessel to lose power and drift towards a rock ledge. Eventually, the jam was cleared and the second vessel was able to sail to safety.

On May 19, Colin Scott Mckay was located and released on condition to appear in court at a later date.

On May 25, police were notified that Mckay had breached his conditions by having contact with the man from the second vessel.

Colin Scott Mckay is charged with Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance and Breach of Undertaking. He is schedule to appear in Dartmouth Provincial Court on June 30.

The investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information about these incidents, please contact the Musquodoboit Detachment RCMP at 902-899-3133. 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 # 21-57881, 21-61643

RCMP responds to armed robbery

June 9, 2021, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia… At approximately 4:30 p.m. yesterday afternoon, Yarmouth Town RCMP responded to a complaint of an armed robbery at a convenience store on Main St. in Yarmouth.

Upon arrival, RCMP confirmed that a man had entered the store, made a purchase and then approached the employee behind the counter. The man showed the employee a knife and took cash from the register. The man left the store on foot. No one was physically injured as a result of this incident.

The man is described as being just under 6 feet tall, of slender build, and approximately 30 years old. He was wearing jeans, a dark-coloured hoodie and a cloth mask.

The investigation is continuing. Anyone who has information or may have witnessed this incident is asked to call Yarmouth Town RCMP at 902-742-8777. 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 # 2021807913

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Police investigate suspicious circumstances in Dartmouth last week

Police are investigating two incidents of suspicious circumstances that occurred in Dartmouth last week.

On June 4 police received two reports of suspicious circumstances that had occurred in two different neighborhoods involving a vehicle with a similar description.

On June 2 at approximately 1 p.m. a white Hyundai Elantra with tinted windows was seen on Barry Allen Drive. The driver appeared to be looking at children playing in the area. When a woman moved toward the vehicle, it quickly left the area.

On June 3 at approximately 8:30 p.m. a vehicle followed a 12-year-old child who was riding a bike in the area of Everette and Franklyn streets. The vehicle was seen turning onto Pleasant Street and left the area in an unknown direction of travel. The vehicle was described as a newer model white four-door car, possibly a Hyundai Elantra, with tinted windows. The vehicle was being driven by a man described as being white and heavyset.

Investigators are looking to speak with the man in the vehicle or anyone who may have information in relation to these incidents. Anyone with information 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.

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