Today marks the 50th anniversary of the murder of Helen Diane Knickle and homicide investigators in the Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continue to investigate the case.

On July 26, 1974, at approximately 3 a.m., police responded to a report of an unresponsive woman on the Halifax North Commons. Officers located 22-year-old Helen Knickle who was deceased. The Medical Examiner ruled Helen’s death a homicide. The investigation revealed that Helen had left her residence on Cook Street in Halifax to go for a walk between 1 a.m. and 2:30 a.m.

Investigators believe that there are people who have not yet come forward who have information that could help solve Helen’s murder. They hope that the passage of time may encourage someone to do the right thing and share what they know with police.

It is never too late to come forward and the smallest piece of information may be just what is needed to progress the investigation into Helen’s murder. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 902-490-5016.

This 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.

July 26, 2024, River Hebert, Nova Scotia and LaHave, Nova Scotia … RCMP are investigating recent thefts of money from two volunteer-run museums and attempting to identify two people of interest.

On July 19, Cumberland County District RCMP received a report of a theft from the Heritage Models Museum in River Hebert. Surveillance video shows two people working together to take a cash box from the museum.

On July 24, Lunenburg County District RCMP received a similar report of two people entering the Fort Point Museum in LaHave and again working together to facilitate the theft of a large donation container.

Based on descriptors and surveillance footage from both museums, police believe the same two people are related to both thefts and are seeking to identify them. Images show a man with what appears to be short reddish-brown hair and beard, and a woman with long brown hair. Both appear to be in their 20s. Officers believe they drove to one of the museums in a dark-coloured pickup truck with a cargo rack on the back.

Staff or volunteers at museums or similar sites who observe suspicious behaviour should contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police or, in an emergency, call 911.

The RCMP is encouraging organizations that collect donations to empty their donation bins regularly. If possible, people who want to support museums or charities can also consider donating through online channels rather than in cash.

Anyone with further information about these incidents is asked to contact either Cumberland County District RCMP at 902-667-3859 or Lunenburg County District RCMP at 902-527-5555. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 2024-1032986 and 2024-1049504

July 23, 2024, Egerton and Sutherlands River, Nova Scotia… Pictou County District RCMP is investigating two suspicious fires that occurred on July 20.

At approximately 1:20 a.m., Pictou County District RCMP learned of a vehicle on fire in a parking lot near Exit 27 on Hwy. 104 in Sutherlands River. Upon arrival at the scene, officers found the empty vehicle, a Nissan Rogue, fully engulfed in flames.

Shortly after, at approximately 1:55 a.m., officers received another call of a fire at an abandoned mill on Shores Rd. in Egerton. Fire services were already on scene. The building, which is believed to have been empty at the time of the fire, was fully engulfed.

Officers believe the two suspicious fires are related and continue to investigate.

Anyone with information about these incidents in encouraged to contact Pictou County District RCMP at 902-485-4333. 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 #: 2024-1029032 and 2024-1029238

July 23, 2024, Wolfville, Nova Scotia… Kings District RCMP is investigating multiple reports of suspicious circumstances in Wolfville.

The Wolfville RCMP Detachment has received five reports of a man looking into bedroom windows of females. The incidents have been concentrated in the Prospect St. area and remain under investigation.

Officers are appealing to the public to help identify the man. He is described as in his 20s, clean shaven, with light brown skin and curly brown hair. He wears round glasses.

Residents are encouraged to take precautionary measures, including locking unattended doors and windows, and to report any suspicious activity to the RCMP.

Anyone with information on the incidents or the identity of the man is asked to contact Wolfville RCMP Detachment at 902-542-3817. 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 #s: 2024-871989, 2024-949754, 2024-988756, 2024-989878, 2024-1036737, 2024-1037485

Cole Harbour RCMP is investigating the theft of a grey 2020 Honda Civic, NS: DUK-253 ( a photo of this type of car is attached).
stolen on 2024-07-21 from Shrewsbury Rd in Cole Harbour, at around 0150AM. The attached photo is a person of interest in this investigation and other thefts in the area.

Residents in the area are advised NOT to leave valuables in their cars – especially in plain view and to lock their vehicles and homes.
(Police files 2024-64365 and 2024-64949 refer).

Anyone who can identify this person can contact Cole Harbour RCMP at 902 490 5020 or anonymous tips can be left at 1 800 222 8477( TIPS) or on line at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app.

Lunenburg County RCMP is looking for assistance in identifying a person of interest who may be connected to a robbery which took place at Wal-Mart in Cookville on July 4th 2024. The individual pictured below was last seen leaving in a White Hyundai Elantra, Quebec License Plate SM5285.

Anyone with any information about this crime can contact Bridgewater RCMP at 902 527 5555 or an anonymous tip can be left at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or on line at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 app.

Police File# 2024-937093 refers.

Colchester County RCMP is investigating the theft of a white and blue, 2023 Suzuki DR-Z. The motorcycle was stolen on July 13th between the hours of 3:00pm – 10:00pm from William Russell Road, Hilden, Nova Scotia. The motorcycle did not have a license plate attached but is registered. No suspects at this time. Picture of the Motorcycle attached below.

Anyone with any information about this crime or any other crimes can contact Bible Hill RCMP at 902 893 6820. Anonymous tips about this crime or any other crime can be sent on-line to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca of via the phone at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.

Colchester County RCMP is investigating the theft of a Black, 2024 CFMOTO ZFORCE, Nova Scotia Plate GT166, and Trailer (no information on the trailer). The Side by Side was stolen on July 19th between the hours of 10:00am and 5:00pm from Guest Drive, Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. A neighbor reports seeing a light grey truck drive up Guest Drive around 10:30am and drive back out towards the extension with a trailer and side by side on it a short time later. Picture of the side by side attached below. If located please contact Colchester County RCMP (902) 893-6820.

Anonymous tips can be sent to www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by phone at 1 800 222 8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 app.