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On May 3^RD, 2025, members of the CBRPS responded to the following:

HOUSE ON FIRE- UNSURE IF ANYONE IS IN THE HOUSE.

Police attended the scene and noted  Fire and EHS at 75 Harold Street, Sydney, CBRM.  

Observations:

• Police observed the structure of 75 Harold St on fire and flames coming from the rear of the house in the left hand side of the roof.
• Fire were quick to get the fire under control and the house was cleared for anyone inside. premises.
• DFM deemed fire as suspicious

Anyone with information is asked to contact Capr Breton Regional Police or 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.

CBRPS File: 2025026338

May 8, 2025, North Preston, Nova Scotia… TheRCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division (CID) continues to ask for the public’s assistance in relation to the 2024 homicide of Tyrell Beals.

Today marks one year since the RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment received a report that a man had been shot near the 1100 block of Downey Rd. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located Beals, of Westphal. He had sustained gunshot wounds and was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.

“To advance unsolved homicide investigations, we need information from the public in order to find those responsible,” says Sgt. Jason Withrow of CID. “If you were in the area of Downey Rd. on May 8, 2024, or have any information regarding the murder of Tyrell Beals, please contact us; we need your help to bring closure to his loved ones.”

The ongoing investigation is led by Homicide Investigations in the Special Enforcement Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division with assistance from the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, and RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment.

Anyone with information regarding this homicide is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020.

Our thoughts continue to be with Mr. Beals’ loved ones.

File #: 24-61350

Police Investigate Break & Enter with Weapon – Dartmouth 

On May 3rd at 1:56 a.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a break
and enter in the 0-50 block of Woodlawn Road Dartmouth.  A male armed with a piece of wood and
knife forced his way into a residence and assaulted two residents, who are known
to him.  The suspect stole a vehicle
belonging to one of the victims.  Police attempted to stop the vehicle, but it
did not stop.  The pursuit was stopped for safety concerns.  The vehicle
was later located abandoned.  The
suspect has not been located and has been identified as:

 Dennis Johnson – White male, 62 years old, 6’0”, 155 lbs.

 Police request the public not to approach Johnson.

Anyone with information about this incident or Johnson’s wearables are 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.

 

File #25-61576

May 1, 2025, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia… The RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment (HRD) Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has charged two people after executing a warrant.

On April 29, in relation to an ongoing drug trafficking investigation, RCMP HRD SCEU officers, with the assistance of RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, conducted a targeted traffic stop on Hwy. 101 and safely arrested the lone occupant of the vehicle, a 30-year-old man from Lower Sackville. A search of the man resulted in the seizure of cocaine, methamphetamines and cash.

That evening, at approximately 9:30 p.m., officers safely arrested another person, a 26-year-old Lower Sackville woman, at a property on Quinella Crt. and executed a search warrant.

During a search of the home and a vehicle at the property, officers seized a quantity of cocaine, 200 methamphetamine pills, MDMA, drug paraphernalia, more than $15,000 and unstamped tobacco.

Brandon Scott Sanford and Kaitlyn Kristina Starratt have been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (two counts) and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime. They were held in custody and released on conditions by the court yesterday.

Both Sanford and Starratt will return in Dartmouth Provincial Court on July 9, at 9:30 a.m.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about illicit drugs or other criminal activity in the Halifax Regional Municipality is encouraged to contact police at 902-490-5020. 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: 25-46166

April 29, 2025, Shelburne, Nova Scotia… Shelburne RCMP Detachment has charged a man with multiple offences after responding to a report of a stolen truck.

On April 25 at approximately 9:40 a.m., Shelburne RCMP Detachment responded to a report of a stolen GMC Sierra truck in the Jordan Falls area. During the investigation, officers identified two people of interest. 

Officers later received an unrelated report of two people on foot off Morvan Rd. near Shelburne. The two matched the descriptions of the people of interest. Investigators, including an RCMP Police Service Dog, conducted patrols in the area immediately. When one of the people was located, officers learned the other person may be in possession of a firearm.

The Nova Scotia RCMP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and RCMP Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (drones) operators were dispatched to assist.

At approximately 12:40 p.m., officers located the stolen vehicle abandoned on a side road near Shelburne. The officers seized evidence to support the investigation and returned it to its owner.

Through the investigation, officers identified the suspect as Joseph Hayden, 34, of Jordan Ferry, and learned he was at a home on Sandy Point Rd. in Shelburne. Officers from Shelburne RCMP Detachment and ERT attended and safely arrested Hayden outside the home.

Hayden has been charged with six offences including Motor Vehicle Theft, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, and Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized. He had a first court appearance on April 26 and was remanded into custody.

The other person identified as part of the investigation was arrested and will face a charge of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime. They were released pending an upcoming court appearance. 

Hayden was not in possession of a firearm at the time of his arrest. Officers are continuing the investigation and conducting checks to determine if a firearm seized on April 28 at an unrelated call was also used during this incident.

Shelburne RCMP Detachment appreciated cooperation from the public as officers made attempts to locate the suspect and the stolen vehicle.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information who has not yet spoken with police is asked to contact Shelburne RCMP Detachment at 902-875-2490. 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 #: 2025-544579

On April 21^st, 2025 a  Black 2017 Chevrolet Silverado was reported stolen from Highway 202, Gore .  It is believed the theft occurred between April 18^th and April 19^th. 

Farm plate FM43395 V

A Husqvarna 550 XPG Power saw in the back of it.

East Hants District RCMP

Enfield   782 409 7554

April 24, 2025, Amherst, Nova Scotia… Cumberland County District RCMP has charged a man with drug trafficking and firearms offences after receiving information from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) regarding an ongoing investigation in its area.

On April 5, Eastern Region Federal Policing (Nova Scotia) received information from the OPP-led Biker Enforcement Unit about a possible suspect in an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity by outlaw motorcycle gang (OMG) members in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ontario Provincial Police – News / Nouvelles. The suspect was believed to be travelling into Nova Scotia in a black Kia Sorento.

At approximately 9:20 a.m. on April 5 Cumberland County District RCMP located the vehicle travelling east on Hwy. 104 near Amherst. Officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop and safely arrested the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle. Officers searched the vehicle and seized 5 kg of cocaine, a firearm modified to look like an AK47, ammunition and a quantity of cash.

Scott Rempel, 37, of Welland, Ontario, has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, and Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized.

“This serves as an excellent example of cooperation among and within police agencies to address organized crime networks across inter-provincial boundaries,” says Supt. Dave Chubbs, Eastern Region Federal Policing (Nova Scotia). “The quick action of frontline officers in Cumberland was instrumental to ensuring the cocaine and firearm didn’t reach our communities.”

“The OPP is grateful for the support from the RCMP on this significant investigation,” says Detective Insp. Scott Wade, OPP Biker Enforcement Unit. “It takes national collaboration across jurisdictions to disrupt drug trafficking networks and protect our respective communities.”

Rempel was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in Amherst Provincial Court on April 25.

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.

File #2025-442045

April 25, 2025, Newtonville, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP has charged a man with additional firearms offences following the execution of a search warrant in Newtonville.

On April 19, RCMP officers responded to a report of unsecured firearms at a property on Jehill Davidson Rd. Upon arrival, officers also observed chemicals and materials consistent with the manufacturing of explosives at the scene. To ensure their safety and that of the public, the officers exited the residence, and the large rural property was secured.

A methodical search of the area began later that day. Investigators from the Kings District General Investigation Section were assisted by the RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit (EDU), the Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU), Shelburne RCMP SCEU, Yarmouth RCMP SCEU, West Hants District RCMP, Annapolis County District RCMP, RCMP Federal Policing investigators, and RCMP Forensic Identification Services. Out of precaution, due to potentially volatile substances being stored at the scene, fire services were on standby.

During the search, RCMP officers seized three rifles, four shotguns, ammunition, and components that could be used to make explosives. Samples of the chemicals were seized for analysis before a third party contractor safely disposed of the substances.

The search of the property was concluded on April 23.

“At the scene, officers were faced with a complex situation involving unidentified chemicals that could be dangerous,” says Supt. Jason Popik, District Policing Officer, Southwest Nova RCMP District. “However, with the assistance of specialized policing services and our interoperability with our partners, a safe and thorough search of the property was completed.”

Shawn Bradley, 53, has been charged with:

• Possession of Explosive
• Careless Use of Firearm (7 counts)
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (7 counts)
• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (7 counts)
• Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited Weapon or Restricted Weapon (3 counts)
• Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (7 counts)
• Possession of Prohibited Device Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (3 counts)
• Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition

Bradley was remanded into custody on April 22. He appeared in Windsor Provincial Court today and remains in custody.

The investigation led by the Kings District General Investigation Section is ongoing.

Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call Kings District RCMP at 902-542-3817. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 2025-514892

Regional Detachment investigating attempted robbery

RCMP Halifax

Regional Detachment investigating attempted robbery

April 20,
Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia… RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is investigating
an attempted robbery in Cole Harbour.

On April 19, at
approximately 6:05 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment and EHS responded to a
report of an altercation between two men in the parking lot of a grocery store
on Forest Hills Parkway.

Upon arrival,
officers observed two men fighting inside a car. One man immediately complied
with officers’ directions while the other tried to drive away when officers
attempted to arrest him. One of the responding officers deployed their
conductive energy weapon to aid in the arrest of the man. The 31-year-old man of
Cole Harbour was then safely arrested for attempted robbery.

The
investigation, which is in its early stages, indicates that the 31-year-old man
attempted to steal the car and the other man, who was the vehicle owner, tried
to prevent him from doing so. Both men are known to each other. The two suffered
minor injuries due to the altercation. No one else was injured in the
incident.

The 31-year-old
man was transported to hospital by EHS; he remains in police custody. The
vehicle owner was treated at the scene and released pending further
investigation.

The
investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident and has
not yet spoken with police is asked to contact RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment
at 902-490-5020. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers,
toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the
P3 Tips app.

File #:
25-54235

On April 19 2025, a vehicle was reported stolen and then later recovered.

Suspected stolen property was located inside the vehicle. A number of tools and wrenches, mostly in red boxes. And a small induction cooker.

While stolen the vehicle was driven between Fall River and Truro

If you recognise the property or suspect you know a related file please contact:

Halifax Regional Detachment

Lower Sackville

902 490 5020

Or 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.