October 23, 2019, Dartmouth Nova Scotia…Nova Scotia RCMP has recently received many reports of online scams and wants to help the public protect themselves.

Some of the scams involve fraudsters meeting victims online and asking for money. Often, scammers spend time communicating with the victim and establishing a bond before asking for bitcoin and/or gift cards.

Another scam involves fraudsters posting an ad for an item online and asking for a deposit or down-payment before the item is picked up. Once money is received, the fraudster removes the ad and stops communicating with the victim.

Police are reminding the public to protect themselves against frauds in the following ways:

• Do not send money, gift cards, Bitcoin or anything else of value to someone you’ve never met in-person.
• Before sending money to an online seller, make sure you see the item in-person. It is risky to put a deposit or down-payment on something you have never seen.
• If you have a feeling that something is not right, it is best to trust your gut and stop communicating with that person.

Scammers can be very persistent and convincing. Being defrauded is never the victim’s fault. If you have been defrauded, you are not alone. Please report it to your local police.

If you encounter a scam, please report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or online at: http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm.

October 23, 2019, Upper Onslow, Nova Scotia . . . On October 22 at 12:37 p.m., Colchester District RCMP responded to a multiple-vehicle collision on Hwy. 102 in Upper Onslow.

In total, five vehicles were damaged. The collision occurred when several pieces of 8-foot long 4″ x 4″ lumber fell from a vehicle and were scattered on the highway, resulting in drivers attempting to avoid them. Several people were transported to hospital by EHS with non life-threatening injuries. Volunteers from Onslow Belmont Fire Brigade assisted at the scene.

Colchester District RCMP is asking for assistance from the public to determine the identity of the driver of the vehicle the lumber fell from. Anyone who has information, including the description of the vehicle, the plate number, or the identity of the driver, is requested to contact Colchester District RCMP at 902-893-6820. 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 # 20191618411

October 22, 2019, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia… On October 21, Halifax District RCMP responded to a complaint of racist graffiti that was spray painted on a path that runs from Chameau Cres. leading to Arklow Dr. behind Bisette Court.  Police believe this occurred in the overnight of October 20 to October 21.

Police have inquired with neighbours for information about possible suspects as well as canvassed the area to confirm the presence of cameras which may aid the investigation. We are now reaching out to the public for assistance. Anyone who has information about this incident 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 # 19-150511

October 22, 2019, Goffs, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is asking for public help to locate a stolen truck. The truck was stolen between 6 p.m. on October 19 and 8:45 a.m. on October 20 from a business parking lot on Sky Blvd. in Goffs, Nova Scotia.

The truck is a black 2013 Dodge Ram with a small dent on rear bumper driver side. The truck has 2-inch wheel spacers and 35 inch tires on black rims.

Anyone with information on this incident 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 # 19-150045

October 22, 2019, West Amherst, Nova Scotia . . . On October 16, members of Cumberland County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU), with the assistance of members of Amherst Police Department, arrested a 30-year-old man from Amherst in relation to a break, enter and theft from Fundy Bay Tractors. The break-in occurred on September 30 and the individuals involved took several Husqvarna and Stihl brand chain saws, as well as several Stihl grass trimmers.

Following the arrest, police searched the man and his vehicle and seized cocaine, drug paraphernalia, cash, evidence of drug trafficking, cell phones and other property. The man is facing several charges including Obstruction (Resisting Arrest), Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking, Break and Enter, Theft Over $5,000, and Wearing a Disguise with Intent to Commit an Offence. He was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Amherst Provincial Court on November 7 at at 9:30 a.m.

The investigation is ongoing. Cumberland District RCMP is continuing to attempt to determine the identity of a second person believed to have been involved in this incident. Anyone with information about the break-in at Fundy Bay Tractors on September 30 is asked to contact Cumberland District RCMP at 902-667-3859. 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 # 20191492231

October 18, 2019, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia…RCMP Halifax District is investigating a robbery that occurred tonight at 6:59 p.m. at a store in the 200 block of Sackville Drive.

A lone male entered the store, wearing a bandana over his face and demanded money from the clerk. No weapon was seen but the suspect had his hand in his pocket as if he had a firearm. The male then fled the store on foot after taking money. Patrols were made in the area and a police service dog was called in, but the suspect was not located.

The male is described as white, approximately 5’8″, thin, early 20’s, brown eyes, wearing a black hoodie and dark pants.

The investigation is ongoing and is currently being investigated by the Halifax Integrated General Investigative Section, which is composed of members from the RCMP and HRP.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the 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 # 2019-149341

October 16, 2019, Waterville, Nova Scotia…Kings District RCMP is requesting public help to solve a break and enter into a residence in Waterville between August 12 and August 27.

Between August 12 and August 27, a residence on Thompson Road in Waterville was broken into. Those responsible entered the residence and stole a safe that contained an undisclosed amount of money. Some of the money is believed to be Belizean, Honduran and Mexican currency.

If you have any information regarding break and enter you are asked to contact the Kings District RCMP in Kingston at (902) 765-3317. 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 number: 2019-1294733

October 15, 2019, Lake Echo, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is investigating a report of a gunshot in Lake Echo and is asking the public for information.

On October 14 at approximately 9:15 p.m., Halifax District RCMP received a complaint of a gunshot in the 200 block of Circle Dr. Preliminary investigation was unable to determine if a shot was fired.

Anyone with information about this incident 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 #19-147324