Police seek driver in vehicle/pedestrian collision

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a vehicle who was involved in a vehicle-pedestrian collision today in Dartmouth.

At approximately 7:30 a.m. police received a report of a vehicle/pedestrian collision at the intersection of Tupper and Pleasant streets. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk when they were struck by the vehicle causing them to fall. The pedestrian was not injured. The vehicle continued to turn on to Pleasant Street and left the area.

The vehicle is described as a red medium sized sedan with silver accents. The front driver’s window has a small amount of tint. The driver is described as a white man is his late 20s to early 30s.

 

Police are asking the driver or anyone who may have information on 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 by using the P3 Tips App.

 

On the evening of December 10, 2019 suspects broke into a home on Lumsden Cresent in Lower Sackville and stole several wrapped Christmas gifts. Help police identify this person of interest in this crime. Investigators are and are asking anyone with information about this incident 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. Police file 2019-173987 refers.

Disappearance of Peter Anthony Walsh ruled a homicide

January 20, 2020, Colchester County, Nova Scotia . . . The disappearance of Peter Anthony Walsh is now being investigated as a homicide.

Walsh, known as “Tony” to his family and friends, was last seen on August 23, 2019 in Truro. His disappearance was being investigated as a missing persons file, however the evidence has now led the RCMP to rule the matter as a homicide.

“We appreciate the tips and information that have come to us as a result of the media releases and the video appeal. We believe there are people in the community who know what happened and we need them to come forward,” says Sgt. Glenn Bonvie, of Northeast Nova Major Crimes Unit. “Our focus continues to be on the family and on getting answers for them as we try to determine what happened to Tony,” he continues.

The RCMP continues to ask members of the public to come forward if they have any information about this incident. Information can be provided directly to the investigators by calling the RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crimes Unit at 902-896-5060. 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 # 20191296351

January 17, 2020, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia . . . RCMP detachments across the province are being made aware of a recent phone scam, where a person receives a call, and during that call they are instructed to press “1” if they do not want to be arrested.

 

A woman in her eighties was contacted on January 16, told the caller was from the Department of Justice, and advised that the woman had committed a federal criminal offence and was going to be arrested. She was then instructed to press “1” if she did not want to be arrested. She did not make a selection, hung up the phone, and contacted police.

 

The RCMP is providing this information to the public to help protect them from becoming victims of fraud. “Legitimate organizations will never ask you for personal financial information over the phone. If you are not sure about it, request a call back number, verify the organization and make an informed decision about whether it is someone you can trust,” says Cpl. Jennifer Clarke. Members of the public are encouraged to contact their nearest detachment to report potential fraud by calling 800-803-RCMP (7267). Fraud can also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 888-495-8501, or http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

January 18, 2020, Priestville, Nova Scotia . . .  Police are investigating an assault with a weapon that occurred earlier this morning.

At approximately 5:45 a.m., officers from Pictou District RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence on Priestville Loop, in Priestville. A preliminary investigation has determined that an altercation occurred between two men known to each other while inside the residence.

The victim, a 23-year-old Priestville man was transported to hospital with serious injuries. A 33-year-old Pictou County man was arrested without incident later this morning on a roadway in Stellarton by Stellarton Police Service. He remains in custody while charges are being determined.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Pictou District RCMP at 902-755-4141. – please quote File# 2020-79040. 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.

 

The investigation is ongoing.

 

File# 2020-79040

Police Investigate Break & Enter – Halifax

At 7:35 p.m., on the 18^th of January, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a Break & Enter not in progress at The Cut Steak House 5120 Salter Street Halifax.  Caller – reported that during previous night three male suspects broke into the restaurant and left with a number of liquor bottles.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are conducting the investigation have identified the suspects.  Investigator believe one of the suspects maybe armed with a firearm.  Police ask that the public use caution and do not approach the suspects.

Investigators are and are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.

January 17, 2020, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia . . . RCMP detachments across the province are being made aware of a recent phone scam, where a person receives a call, and during that call they are instructed to press “1” if they do not want to be arrested.

A woman in her eighties was contacted on January 16, told the caller was from the Department of Justice, and advised that the woman had committed a federal criminal offence and was going to be arrested. She was then instructed to press “1” if she did not want to be arrested. She did not make a selection, hung up the phone, and contacted police.

The RCMP is providing this information to the public to help protect them from becoming victims of fraud. “Legitimate organizations will never ask you for personal financial information over the phone. If you are not sure about it, request a call back number, verify the organization and make an informed decision about whether it is someone you can trust,” says Cpl. Jennifer Clarke. Members of the public are encouraged to contact their nearest detachment to report potential fraud by calling 800-803-RCMP (7267). Fraud can also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 888-495-8501, or http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

January 16, 2020, Plymouth, Pictou County, Nova Scotia . . . Pictou County RCMP is asking for assistance from the public to locate 17-year-old Remy MacQuarrie-Hurley. MacQuarry-Hurley was last seen on January 8.

MacQuarrie-Hurley was wearing a blue winter hat, a camouflage jacket, black pants with white stripes and work boots. MacQuarrie-Hurley is described as white, 5-foot-2 and 110 pounds. She has blue eyes and red hair.

Police are concerned about MacQuarrie-Hurley’s well-being and are asking anyone with information to contact Pictou County 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 # 202034594

 

January 15, 2020, Nictaux Falls, Annapolis County, Nova Scotia . . . Annapolis District RCMP has charged a 95-year-old Nictaux Falls man for sexual offences dating back to the late 1960’s and is reaching out to other potential victims.

Leonard Gaudet is charged with one count of indecent assault on a female. The charges are in relation to incidents that occurred between 1967 and 1969 in Nictaux Falls. Mr. GAUDET is scheduled to appear in Annapolis Royal Court on February 10, 2020. The victim was a child at the time.

The RCMP is reaching out to the public in the event there may be more victims. Police are appealing to guardians, parents and youth in the area to encourage anyone who may also be a victim to contact them. Annapolis RCMP can be contacted at 902-665-4481. You can also contact police in your local area for more information. 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 # 20181807429 refers.