July 2, 2021, Windsor, Nova Scotia…West Hants District RCMP is investigating three arsons that occurred on July 1 and 2 in Windsor.

At approximately 11:15 p.m. on July 1, RCMP received a report of a “Save the Lake” sign on fire on Hwy. 1 in Falmouth. When police arrived, the fire was already out. While investigating the source of the fire, police discovered the same sign on the other side of the lake on fire. Police immediately attended and put the fire out. The signs were seized for further investigation.

At approximately 1:25 a.m. on July 2, RCMP received another report of a sign on fire on Wentworth Rd. Police attended and put the fire out. The sign was seized for further investigation.

The investigation is ongoing and West Hants District RCMP asks that anyone that was in the area of these fires at the times they were set, or anyone with information on these incidents, call them at (902) 790-2207. 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 # 2021-946804, 2021-947377

June 30, 2021, Sipekne’katik First Nation, Nova Scotia…The Indian Brook RCMP is investigating a suspicious fire that occurred on June 30 on the Sipekne’katik First Nation.

At approximately 4:20 a.m., the Indian Brook RCMP were called to a structure fire at a church in Sipekne’katik. Upon arrival, the local fire department and police noted that the fire was localized to the south side of the church. The fire was put out by the local fire department and police began their investigation. No one was injured in the fire.

Investigators have determined the fire to be suspicious in nature and are working with the Nova Scotia Fire Marshal’s Office.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Indian Brook RCMP at 902-758-3388. 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 # 2021-935356

Halifax Regional Police is investigating a robbery that occurred this afternoon in Hakifax.
Just after 1:30 p.m. on June 30, officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Scotia Bank at 3480 Dutch Village Road, Halifax. A man entered the bank demanded money and indicated he had a weapon, but none was seen by witnesses. The man received a sum of cash and fled the bank on foot. Patrol officers attended but didn’t locate the suspect.
The suspect is described as a white man in his 40’s, approximately 5’5 with a heavy build. He was wearing a dark hoodie, khaki cargo pants and black sneakers, carrying a black bag with flowers on it.

Investigators are asking anyone who has information on this incident or the suspect to contact police by calling 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 Tipps App.
GO# 21-78234

Today marks the fortieth anniversary of the murder of Vincent “Hank” Pius Griffin and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On June 30, 1981, at approximately 8:05 a.m., police responded to a report that there was a vehicle left running in front of 2454 John Street in Halifax with a man slumped across the front seat. Officers found 43-year-old Vincent Griffin deceased in his vehicle. Vincent’s vehicle, a maroon 1977 dodge two-door hardtop, had been observed in the area shortly after midnight.

Investigators believe that there are people who have information that could help solve Vincent’s 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 Vincent’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.

Vincent’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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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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