Crime Stoppers and Springhill RCMP are asking for the public’s help in solving a break $ enter which happened in Springhill earlier this week.

Unknown persons broke into the home situated on McDougall Street this past week. Inside the home they did some damage, broke some windows and spray painted the interior walls causing further damage.

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.

August 23, 2019, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia… Inverness District RCMP is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect following an incident at a business in Port Hawkesbury.

At 5:15 p.m. this evening, a 9-year-old boy was approached by an unknown man in the bathroom of a business on Paint St. The man forced the boy into the bathroom stall and locked the door. The man then attempted to pull the pants of the boy down. The boy got away from the man and fled. Employees attempted to stop the man from leaving the business prior to police arrival but the man fled.

The suspect is described as a white man, in his 40s or 50s, approximately 5-foot-8. He has dark hair and was wearing a blue ball hat, sunglasses, a red shirt and beige shorts.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Inverness District RCMP at 902-625-2220. 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 # 20191273397

August 23, 2019, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is investigating a robbery that occurred in a parking lot of a business in Lower Sackville.

Just before 11 p.m. last night, Halifax District RCMP responded to a robbery that was occurring in a parking lot of a business on Sackville Drive.

The victim, a 17-year-old youth, asked two males for a cigarette and when the exchange was made, one male asked to take the victim’s bicycle for a ride. The victim agreed and when asked for the return of his bicycle, was assaulted by the two males. The victim called 911. The two males took his phone and bicycle, and fled. The victim suffered minor injuries.

The suspect who left with the bicycle is described as being about 16-years-old with a slim build. He was wearing glasses and a grey t-shirt, jeans and a grey hat. The second suspect is described as being in his 20s, with short reddish hair and some facial hair, possibly a goatee. He was wearing a red t-shirt and was carrying a red fitness bag.

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.

August 23, 2019, North Preston, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP are investigating a report of shots fired in North Preston.

Last night just before midnight, Halifax District RCMP received a complaint of gun shots being heard in the 0-100 block of Cain St. Preliminary investigation was unable to determine if shots were 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.

August 21, 2019, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia… Nova Scotia RCMP is warning the public about suspicious incidents of men approaching strangers and asking for money for gas or for money in exchange for jewelry.

Several incidents have been reported in August across the province. Police are asking members of the public to be aware of the suspicious incidents so that they don’t give money to someone who may be collecting it fraudulently.

In a recent incident in Fall River, a man was approached by another man who said that his wallet was stolen and needed money to return home to Ontario. The man who asked for money provided the other man with jewelry in exchange for a quantity of cash. The man who asked for money is described as having a very dark complexion, approximately 5-foot-10, a slim build and a strong accent. He appeared to be in his mid to late 30s. He was wearing a button up, white t- shirt and black pants. He was driving an older model Mercedes Benz with an Ontario licence plate.

Several other incidents were reported of men believed to be between the ages 30 and 55, who appear to be stranded on the highway and when approached, say they need money for gas. These men are also described as having dark complexion and strong accents.

Anyone who has information or can provide details about the people or vehicles involved with these suspicious incidents is asked to contact the RCMP by calling 1-800-803-RCMP 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.

A Halifax man faces additional 64 charges in relation to historical sexual assaults

Investigators with the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigative Division have laid additional charges against a man in relation to multiple historical sexual assaults that occurred in the 1970s and 80s.

Investigators have charged Michael Patrick McNutt, 66, with 64 sexual assault-related offences including 21 counts of gross indecency, 16 counts of sexual assault and 13 counts of indecent assault. The 20 victims were youths at the time of the offences and McNutt was in a position of trust in relation to the victims, as a teacher and/or volunteer coach. All of the offences occurred throughout the Halifax region with the exception of two incidents that occurred in other areas of the province. We are not releasing any further details to protect the identity of the victims.

McNutt was arrested at Halifax Regional Police Headquarters on Gottingen Street this morning. He was released and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Police began an investigation in October 2016 after several victims came forward to report historical sexual assaults that occurred in the 1970s and 80s at different locations in the Halifax region. On January 23, 2019, investigators arrested McNutt without incident at an address in Halifax. He was charged with 14 counts of gross indecency and 13 counts of indecent assault in relation to 13 victims.

The investigation is ongoing. Investigators believe there may be other victims and encourage them to contact police. We want victims to know they will not be judged, and will be treated with compassion, dignity and respect throughout the entire investigative process.

Sexual assault investigations are complex. As part of our victim-centered, trauma-informed approach to sexualized violence, we work closely with victims to ensure they’re willing to proceed with a police investigation. Police must also ensure the victim’s privacy is upheld and well-being is fully considered.

If anyone has any further information regarding these offences or other offences please contact Halifax 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 texting a tip using the P3 Tips App.

 

 

On July 24, 2019, Police were dispatched to a robbery complaint at the “The Cake Lady” located on the boardwalk in Halifax NS. The 14-year-old victim, who was working at the time, told police he had heard a knock on the back door and opened it. A white male, described as 5’8”, in his early 20’s with a goatee wearing a grey hoodie partially covering his face, a green or blue checkered shorts, and white Jordan brand sneakers entered the business. The suspect was holding something in his hand which he pulled under his sleeve and demanded money. He claimed he had a family to feed and told the victim to cooperate and he would not be harmed. The suspect then fled the scene with a very little amount of cash and some rolled change.

Police arrived on scene shortly after and later identified a male matching the description provided on surveillance video from nearby businesses. The suspect male was seen getting into a waiting silver SUV at 7:42 pm, which was parked in front of 1583 Hollis Street. Further review of the video shows the suspect getting out of same SUV on nearby Sackville Street at 7:34 pm.

The vehicle appears to be an early model, silver Honda SUV with a somewhat unique push bar on the front of it.

If the vehicle appears familiar, please contact Halifax Police at 902 490 5020. Anyone with information on this robbery are asked 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.

 

August 8th, 2019 – Kings County, Nova Scotia

On August 8th, 2019 at 10:25 AM Kings County RCMP received a report that two motorcycles were stolen from a residential property on Union Street in Berwick, Nova Scotia. A black-green Scorpion helmet was stolen as well.

The owner reported the vehicles were stolen sometime between August 7^th, 2019 at 6:30pm and August 8th, 2019 at 10:20 am.

The theft occurred when the person(s) responsible broke into a garage on the property.

The vehicles are as listed below:

#1 – Black 1990 Kawasaki ZX1100. Nova Scotia licence plate: 198213,

2# – Green 2001 Kawasaki KL650. Nova Scotia Marker licence plate: 193812,

–        Photo of helmet included in 2^nd photo

Anyone with any information regarding these crimes please contact Kingston RCMP Detachment 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.

Nearly $50,000 of tires stolen from store in Lower Truro

August 8, 2019, Lower Truro, Nova Scotia . . . On August 2, Colchester RCMP responded to a complaint of theft of nearly $50,000 of tires stolen from a store on Robie St. in Lower Truro. The theft occurred during the overnight hours between August 1 and August 2.

The suspects gained entry to the fenced-in garden centre. The tires that were stolen were mostly Winter truck tires. Three kayaks and two stand-up-paddle boards were stolen as well. Investigation has determined a moving-style truck approached the fenced-in area in the early morning hours, and was there for approximately an hour.

Colchester District RCMP is investigating the incident. Anyone who has information about this incident is asked to contact the 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.

Police File # 20191144038 refers.

Police continue to investigate disappearance of Kimberly McAndrew

Today marks the 30^th anniversary of the disappearance of Kimberly McAndrew and the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.

On August 12, 1989 at 4:20 p.m. 19-year-old Kimberly Ann McAndrew left the Canadian Tire store at 6203 Quinpool Road in Halifax where she was employed as a cashier. There were unconfirmed reports that Kimberly was last seen at the Gardenia Flower Shop in Penhorn Mall in Dartmouth. She was identified by an employee at the flower shop as having bought a balloon and a rose. At the time of her disappearance, Kimberly was wearing pleated navy slacks, a white short-sleeved “Esprit” t-shirt with red and green squares, a navy oversized cardigan, and jade green flat-heeled loafers.

Investigators believe that there are people who have information about what happened to Kimberly. We hope the passage of time will encourage them to do the right thing and share what they know with police. It’s never too late to come forward and the smallest piece of information may be just what’s needed to progress the investigation into Kimberly’s disappearance.

Anyone with information on Kimberly’s disappearance is asked 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.

Kimberly’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 the 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. Police file number 06-99031 refers.