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Break & Enter, New Minas

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August 4, 2020, New Minas, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP is asking for the public’s help to solve a break and enter to a music store in New Minas, which resulted in the theft of several guitars.

On the morning of July 31 at 3:50 a.m., New Minas RCMP responded to a break and enter at a business on Commercial St. in New Minas. When police arrived, they found that the front doors made of glass had been smashed. It appeared that this allowed the suspects to enter the store.

Further investigation revealed that at least six guitars, and an amplifier were stolen from the store. The stolen items included the following:

  • Hughes & Kettner Amplifier – Black
  • Gibson Studio Acoustic Guitar – Sunburst
  • Martin Acoustic Guitar – Natural
  • Taylor Acoustic Guitar – Natural
  • Taylor Acoustic Guitar – Natural
  • Gibson Les Paul Standard- Electric Guitar- Cherry Sunburst
  • Gibson Les Paul Standard- Electric guitar – Iced Tea

 

Suspects are seen on video surveillance breaking the glass door, entering the store and removing merchandise and exiting through the same smashed door. One suspect is heavy build, wearing a light and dark ball cap with a oval logo, a dark mask, dark jacket, shorts, and shoes. The second suspect is smaller, wearing a dark jacket, dark jeans and sneakers.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Kings District RCMP in New Minas at 902-679-5555. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please 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 # 20201068990

Human Trafficking Team charged three men for sexual offences

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Human Trafficking Team charged three men for sexual offences

June 16, 2020, Pictou County, Nova Scotia… The Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Team has charged three men for sexual offences.

The Provincial Human Trafficking Team received information that persons in the Pictou County area were attempting to target and recruit young women from the area into Human Trafficking.  In response to this, the Provincial Human Trafficking Team lead Operation Hush in conjunction with Nova Scotia RCMP, New Glasgow Regional Police (NGRP), Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU) and Stellarton Police Service (SPS). The Operation lead to the arrest and charge of three men for the following offences:

John Robert Bonnar, 21, from Pictou County was charged with:

·         Trafficking a Person under 18

·         Trafficking a Person over 18

·         Material Benefits from Sexual Services Regarding a Person under 18

·         Material Benefits from Sexual Services Regarding a Person over 18

·         Procuring a Person under 18 for Sexual Services

·         Procuring a Person over 18 for Sexual Services

·         Possession of Child Pornography

·         Sexual Assault x 2

·         Sexual Interference x 2

·         Extortion

·         Breach of Probation

He was remanded into custody, appeared in Pictou Provincial Court yesterday and is scheduled to return to court on June 22.

Abelardo Sanchez Villar, 45, from New Glasgow was charged with Obtaining Sexual Services from a Person under 18, Obtaining Sexual Services from a Person over 18, Sexual Assault and Breach of Probation.  He was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear in Pictou Provincial Court today.

Justin Stanley MacDonald, 22, from New Glasgow was charged with Sexual Assault, Sexual Interference and Breach of Probation.  He was released from custody by a Justice of the Peace on conditions. He is schedule to appear in Pictou Provincial Court on August 17.

The victims have been offered support and a Publication Ban was issued by the Provincial Court Judge in relation to all matters.

If you are or have been trafficked, or believe someone you know is being trafficked, the RCMP has a support line you can call or text. It is monitored 24 hours a day by a police officer: 902-449-2425. The callers can choose to leave their information anonymously. Anonymous calls can also be made by contacting Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

File # 2020684092 refers.

Fentanyl detected in Windsor-West Hants, two charged

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Fentanyl detected in Windsor-West Hants, two charged

June 18, 2020, Windsor, Nova Scotia…On April 20, Windsor District RCMP issued a warning about drugs in the Windsor-West Hants area after responding to two overdoses in 24 hours. One person died and another was transported to hospital and has survived. The drugs were immediately seized and sent for testing. Police have received confirmation that one of the drugs was fentanyl.

As a result of the investigation, two 20-year-old women have been charged. Lexus Young of Windsor has been charged with Trafficking and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and Nateisha States of Newport Station has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. Both women will appear in Windsor Provincial Court at a later date to answer to these charges.

According to Health Canada, fentanyl is a very potent opioid and a few grains can be enough to kill someone. Our primary concern is public safety and we want people to ensure they are aware of what may be circulating and to take the necessary precautions or rethink choices they may be about to make.

For more information on fentanyl, visit the Health Canada website at https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/substance-use/controlled-illegal-drugs/fentanyl.html.

Free Naloxone kits are available throughout the province for anyone at risk of overdose, or friends and family of someone at risk of overdose. These kits can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Find a pharmacy that distributes Naloxone near you at http://www.nsnaloxone.com/where-to-get-one.html.

Fentanyl is an extremely dangerous drug that is getting more popular and has caused many deaths throughout Canada. If anyone has any information about fentanyl or any other drug trafficking or any other criems they can submit an anonymous tip to crime Stoppers by calling 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip at crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app.

Do your part to save lives and make your community safer!!

New form of fentanyl found in Halifax

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Police warn public of a new form of fentanyl found in Halifax

Police are warning the public of a new form of fentanyl that was seized as part of an investigation last week in Halifax.

The seized drugs are bright green and have the consistency of sidewalk chalk. As part of our standard protocol, the drugs were sent to Health Canada for analysis and a presumptive test has confirmed that the substance is fentanyl. This is the first seizure of this form of fentanyl in Halifax. Investigators believe this form of fentanyl can come in multiple colors.

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid drug. A lethal dose for a typical adult can be as little as two milligrams— which is equal to 2 grains of salt. You should call 911 immediately if you or someone else is exhibiting signs of an opioid overdose.

Common signs of an opioid overdose include:

  • Severe sleepiness or the person cannot be woken up
  • Breathing is slow or absent
  • Snoring or gurgling noises
  • Cold, clammy skin
  • Lips and fingers are blue or grey
  • Pupils are tiny

Naloxone is a temporary antidote for opioid overdoses that buys time to seek medical assistance, but it is not a substitute for medical treatment. If not taken to the hospital, an overdose victim can fall back into the overdose within 30 minutes. Naloxone kits are available free of charge through the Nova Scotia Take Home Naloxone Program. Information on the program and where to get a kit is available at http://www.nsnaloxone.com.

More information on opioids is available at:

Anyone with any information about this drug or other drugs can call the police directly or call report it anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers by phone 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or on line at crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app. Do your part to save lives from this vicious drug.

RCMP continuing to investigate the homicide of Robert Campbell

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RCMP continuing to investigate the homicide of Robert Campbell

June 17, 2020, Kings and Hants Counties, Nova Scotia . . . Investigators from the RCMP’s Southwest Nova Major Crimes Unit are continuing to investigate the homicide of 51-year-old Robert Cambpell. His death followed two serious incidents that occurred on May 24, within two hours of one another in Kings and Hants Counties. The first call to police was a home invasion during the early morning hours of May 24 in Wolfville.  The second call was reported a short time after 7 a.m. in St. Croix, where a vehicle was burnt and Mr. Campbell’s remains were found inside. The persons involved appear to be known to each other and it does not appear to be a random act.

Southwest Nova Major Crimes continues to investigate and asks anyone with information to  contact them  at 902-365-3120.  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.

 

Suspicious Death, Stellarton

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RCMP and Stellarton Police investigating suspicious death

June 16, 2020, Stellarton, Nova Scotia . . . At 10:40 p.m. on June 15, Stellarton Police responded to a call of an injured male at a home on Maple St. Police arrived on the scene and found the injured man, who was taken by EHS to hospital for treatment of non life threatening injuries.

After speaking with witnesses, members of Stellarton Police then located a deceased man in a nearby home. The RCMP’s Northeast Nova Major Crimes and Forensic Identification Units were called in to assist with the investigation.

Both males involved in this incident were known to one another and this was not a random act. Stellarton Police Service is being assisted by the RCMP in this investigation, which is in its early stages. Police are being assisted by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service to determine the cause of death. Anyone with information about the incident, or anyone who was in the area of Maple Street in Stellarton last night, is asked to contact the RCMP at 902-896-5060, or Stellarton Police Service at 902-752-6160. 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 # 2020788554

Assault with a Weapon, Halifax

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Jan17,2020

Members of the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are investigating an assault with a weapon that occurred this evening in Halifax.

At approximately 8:40 p.m., police responded to a report of a stabbing at an apartment building in the 5500 block of Bilby Street. Investigators located a 37 year old male who had been stabbed.  The 37 year old male was transported to hospital with what is believed to be life threatening injuries.

Police remain on scene in the area.  Investigators believe this is not a random incident.

This matter is in the early stages of the investigation and limited details are available at this time. Police are asking anyone with information about this incident 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 using the P3 Tips App.

Shelburne man charged for cocaine and methamphetamine offences

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Shelburne man charged for cocaine and methamphetamine offences

January 10, 2020, Shelburne, Nova Scotia . . . On January 9, following a three-month investigation, a 29-year-old man from Shelburne was arrested, without incident, for drug offences. The RCMP and Municipal officials have identified “hard” drugs, such as cocaine and methamphetamine to be enforcement priorities for Shelburne RCMP. Both police and town officials are concerned about the impact of the use of these drugs in the community and the risk they pose to community safety.

On January 9, members of Shelburne RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) and Shelburne RCMP searched a home on Bulkley St. During the search, police located and seized additional drugs, drug paraphernalia and ammunition. The accused was subject to conditions to not be in possession of any ammunition, as well as other court-imposed conditions.

Joshua Matthew Fitzpatrick, 29, of Shelburne has been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of Crystal Methamphetamine for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of Ammunition while Prohibited
  • Fail to Comply with a Judge Undertaking – 4 Counts

Fitzpatrick appeared in Bridgewater Provincial Court today and was remanded into custody until January 15 in Shelburne. The investigation is ongoing.

If you have information about drug use in your community, contact the RCMP by calling 1-800-803-RCMP (7267) from anywhere in Nova Scotia. 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 # 20191456422 refers.

Arson, Halifax

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Police Investigate Arson – Halifax

At 4:23 p.m., Halifax Regional Police and HRM Fire & Emergency responded to a structure fire inside an apartment building in the 5500 block of Victoria Road Halifax.  Multiple callers reported seeing smoke within the building.

HRM Fire attended and quickly extinguished the fire.  Tenants did temporarily evacuated with the Fire Alarm and have since returned.  No one was injured.

Fire Investigators confirmed the fire was intentionally set and the arson investigation has been turned over to police.  The arson investigation is in the early stages and is ongoing.

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.

Break & Enter, Berwick

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Three break-ins at the same location within a month 

December 23, 2019, Berwick, Nova Scotia . . .  Kingston RCMP is asking for help from the public to solve three break and enters that have occurred at a residential care facility in Berwick. The breaks occurred on December 2, 6, and 21. On two occasions, gas cans were stolen.

  • On December 2 at 1:07 p.m., the RCMP responded to a call indicating a break and enter to a shed, and six jerry cans full of gasoline were stolen.
  • On December 6 at 9:53 a.m., the RCMP responded to a call indicating that overnight, the lock was pried off the outdoor shed. Nothing was taken.
  • On December 21 at 6:06 a.m., the RCMP responded to a call indicating that the shed had again been broken into. Suspects gained entry by cutting the hasp from the door. A chain was used inside the door to secure some power tools and gas cans. The chain had been cut and the gas cans were stolen. A witness saw two people leaving the area around 4 a.m. that date, carrying something red.

Anyone who has information on these incidents is encouraged to contact Kings District RCMP in Kingston, 902-765-3317. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please 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.