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Police file: 2020147851

Prince District RCMP is requesting assistance in identifying a male robbery.
Between 22:00 – 22:30 hours on 2020-01-31, a 21- year old female pulled her car to the side of the road,
due to a mechanical problem, along Route 10 in Central Bedeque, PE. She reported to police that while there, a second vehicle stopped and a male offered assistance. The male then began assaulting the female with a metal object and attempted to rob her. The male fled in his vehicle as another vehicle approached. The male was described as being in his 20s, approximately 5’6” tall and had a all cap and wearing a hoodie . His vehicle was described as a small red 4-door car. If anyone is able to identify the male suspect or has any information regarding this offence, please contact the police or call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 or submit a tip on the P3 app. .

PROS Occurrences: 2020565780; 2020456928; 2020586466
PEI police agencies are reporting a recent increase in fentanyl related occurrences and seizures. A Public Health alert was issued on 2020-05-08.
Drugs seized from a suspected overdose on 2020-05-05 tested positive for fentanyl and cocaine. Two other non-fatal overdoses were also suspected to be associated to fentanyl. Samples from other recent occurrences have also tested positive. An envelope in the mail contained a white substance (ion testing identified cocaine and fentanyl). In the
other case  50 imitation Percocets  tested positive. These pills are consistent with previous reports of fentanyl in PEI.

A recent US-based report indicates traffickers may be adding fentanyl to cocaine and heroin to strengthen the potency to attract more business.
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PEI last issued a Public Health alert regarding fentanyl in May 2018 following an overdose. The sudden rise in cases is of concern for both public and officer safety. These confirmed cases reiterate the need for law enforcement to be prepared for any potential contact by carrying Naloxone and using the recommended level of care and caution when dealing with, or seizing any unknown substances.

Nova Scotia and other Atlantic provinces who initially seemed to escape the scourge of fentanyl and methamphetamine in larger Canadian cities have now seen an increase in cases of fentanyl and methamphetamine . These drugs are extremely harmful and devastating to families.

Anyone with information on drug trafficking or other crimes are encouraged to report this anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1800 222 TIPS ( 8477) or leave a tip on line at crimestoppers.ns.ca or submit via the P3 app.

May 21, 2020, West Chezzetcook, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is investigating a break, enter and theft of tools in West Chezzetcook.

Between 10 p.m. on April 30 and 7:30 a.m., on May 1, a garage and enclosed trailer at a property on Nova Ln. were broken into. A large number of construction tools were stolen. The stolen tools included four orange Bostitch spikers (air nailers), an orange Bostitch airgun for foam, a compressor, two yellow and black Dewalt radios, a yellow and black Dewalt skill saw with a greay 60 volt Dewalt battery, a Dewalt chop saw, a Dewalt table saw, a blue and black 6000 Watts Hyunday generator, two 100-feet air hoses, two orange small Paslode air guns in cases and a silver Tapco siding brake with stand and special attachments.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Musquodoboit Harbour RCMP Detachment at 902-889-3300.  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 multiple new reports of thefts from vehicles

Halifax Regional Police is investigating multiple reports of thefts from vehicles that occurred over the last month.

Since April 21, Halifax Regional Police received 88 reports of thefts from vehicles throughout the region.

Police are reminding people to:

• Lock your vehicle, even when parked in your driveway.
• Never leave valuables in your vehicle, especially in plain view. Make sure to take your wallet/purse with you when you leave your vehicle
• Leave outside lights or motion sensors on.

The investigations into these incidents are ongoing and we encourage anyone who had property stolen from their vehicle to report it to police. If your license plate is stolen report it to police immediately.

We ask that anyone who observes suspicious activity in or around parked vehicles or in their neighbourhood to call police immediately at 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 continue to investigate the disappearance of Michael Leo Brown 

May 20, 2020, Tantallon, Nova Scotia . . . Police are continuing to investigate the disappearance of Michael Leo Brown, 49, who was last seen in Tantallon on May 2. Brown is described as white, 5-foot-6, and 155 lbs. He has black hair and hazel eyes.

Investigators have received tips and information from the public, however, have still not located him. Police are concerned for Brown’s well being and would like anyone who has information to contact them.

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.

The matter is being investigated by the RCMP/ HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division, VICE unit. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Michael Leo Brown 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 # 20-52778

 

Police investigate shots fired

May 13, 2020, North Preston, Nova Scotia…The Integrated RCMP/HRP Criminal Investigation Division is investigating two separate incidents of shots being fired in the community of North Preston.

On May 11 at approximately 6:30 p.m. Halifax District RCMP responded to a report of gun shots being heard on Cain St.

On May 12 at approximately 4:30 p.m. Halifax District RCMP received a report of gun shots being heard near Cain St. and Clarence St.

Preliminary investigation located one home with minor damage, no injuries have been reported. The investigation is ongoing.

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 #20-54363, 20-54647

 

RCMP investigate arson

May 13, 2020, North Kentville, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP is investigating an arson that occurred on McKittrick Rd. in North Kentville.

At 9:45 p.m. yesterday, Kings District RCMP and Kentville Fire Department responded to the scene of a home that was on fire. Preliminary information received indicated that a man was inside and may have weapons. No one was located inside the home. The investigation determined the fire to be suspicious in nature.

No one was injured as a result of the fire and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information on the arson is asked to contact Kings District RCMP at 902-679-5555. 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 # 2020600953

Police are investigating a report of shots fired last night in Dartmouth.

At approximately 6:20 p.m. police received a report of shots that had been fired approximately 15 minutes earlier on Demetreous Lane in Dartmouth. Responding officers located a vehicle with bullet holes. There were no reported injuries.

 

At this time, the investigation is in the preliminary stages and investigators in the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.

Police investigate home invasion

May 8, 2020, North Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a home invasion that left a 54-year-old man with serious but non-life threatening injuries on May 8 in North Preston.

At approximately 3:30 a.m., Halifax District RCMP responded to a call of a stabbing at a home in North Preston. Police arrived to find that the suspect had left the area. The victim was taken to hospital.

The preliminary investigation has revealed that the victim had been at a home on Ernie Ln. when a man forcibly entered and demanded money.  A struggle ensued during which a knife was introduced which resulted in the victim being stabbed. The suspect then fled the area.

The investigation is ongoing and being led by RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division.

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 (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

File # 20-53147

Sunday, May 10, marks the eleventh anniversary of the murder of Tanya Jean Brooks and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

Tanya was found deceased beside the former St. Patrick’s-Alexandra School on Maitland Street in Halifax on May 11, 2009 at 2:17 p.m. Investigators were able to trace her movements until approximately 9 p.m. on May 10 and they urge anyone who witnessed anything in the area of the school around that time to contact police.

Investigators believe Tanya knew her assailant(s) and that there are people who have information that could help solve her 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 Tanya’s murder to contact 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 texting a tip using the P3 Tips App.

Tanya’s family will be hosting a virtual memorial watch party on Facebook – Tanya Jean Brooks Memorial – on Sunday, May 10 at 8 p.m.

Tanya’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 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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