December 13, 2024, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia… RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment continue to seek information about the vehicle involved in a collision with a pedestrian.

On November 22, at approximately 8:20 p.m., RCMP officers, fire services, and EHS responded to a vehicle-pedestrian collision in Cole Harbour that resulted in serious injuries to the pedestrian.

At this time, using information and evidence gathered through the investigation, officers have identified a vehicle of interest. A dark-coloured Subaru SUV was seen at a gas station in the vicinity of the collision and investigators believe the driver of the Subaru may have information about the incident.

The driver is described as a white man wearing a blue jacket and ball hat.

Anyone with information or who can identify the driver is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. 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 #: 24-159885

December 13, 2024, East Preston, Nova Scotia… The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a home invasion that occurred in East Preston.

This morning, at approximately 2:15 a.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment responded to a report of a home invasion on Upper Partridge Rd. near Hwy. 7. Investigators learned that three men, one of whom was armed with a handgun, gained entry into the residence through a window, assaulted one of the three occupants and demanded money before fleeing.

A 42-year-old man suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by EHS. The two other occupants of the home, a 48-year-old woman and a youth, did not suffer physical injuries.

Officers, assisted by RCMP Police Dog Services, patrolled the area but the suspects were not located.

The three male suspects wore black ski masks. Two of them were dressed in black, while the third was wearing a black and white jogging suit.

The investigation, led by the General Investigative Section of the RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division, is ongoing. At this time, officers do not believe the incident was random.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. 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 #: 24-169490

December 11, 2024, Lantz, Nova Scotia… East Hants District RCMP is seeking information on the whereabouts of a man currently wanted on an arrest warrant.

Daniel Gibson, 27, of Truro, is wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant for multiple offences including Assault, Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance, Flight from Peace Officer, and Theft.

Gibson is described as 5-foot-6, 180 lbs and has short blond hair and blond facial hair.

Police have made several attempts to locate Gibson, and are requesting assistance from the public.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Daniel Gibson is asked to refrain from approaching him and to call East Hants District RCMP at 902-883-7077 or the local police of jurisdiction. 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 #s: 2024-1209839, 2024-1206817, 2024-1029300

December 11, North Preston, Nova Scotia… TheRCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is asking for the public’s assistance in relation to a homicide investigation in North Preston.

On May 8, at approximately 11:48 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment received a report that a man had been shot near the 1100 block of Downey Rd. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located a 36-year-old with gunshot wounds.

Tyrell Beals, of Westphal, was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.

“Mr. Beals’ homicide remains unsolved and we need information from the public to advance the investigation,” says Cpl. Ryan McCarron of CID. “If you were in the area of Downey Rd. on May 8, or have any details about the events leading up to or after the shooting, please reach out to us; your voice could help bring closure to his grieving family.”

The ongoing investigation is led by Homicide Investigations in the Special Enforcement Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division with assistance from the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, and RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment.

Anyone with information regarding this homicide is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020.

Our thoughts continue to be with Mr. Beals’ loved ones during this difficult time.

File #: 24-61350

December 9, 2024, Stonehurst, Nova Scotia… Lunenburg District RCMP is investigating the theft of lobsters from a property in Stonehurst.

On December 5, at approximately 4 p.m., RCMP officers responded to a report that lobster traps had been tampered with on South Side Rd. and a number of lobsters, valued at approximately $300, had been stolen.

The theft may’ve occurred overnight on December 4.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lunenburg District RCMP at 902-634-8674. 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 #: 2024-1775015

Halifax Regional Police is investigating a robbery that occurred in Halifax yesterday.

At approximately 11:20 a.m., officers responded to a robbery that occurred at the Toronto Dominion (TD) Bank located at 6239 Quinpool Road in Halifax. A man entered the bank and handed a note to the teller. The suspect then fled the area on a bicycle, northbound on Monastery Lane, with a quantity of money. The employee was not physically injured.

The suspect is described as a white man, 40 to 50-years-old and approximately 6’ tall. At the time, the suspect was wearing a bright neon yellow/green toque, a black winter jacket, dark blue pants with horizontal, high visibility yellow and silver reflectors around each leg, gloves and his face was covered with a medical mask. The suspect was also carrying a red reusable bag.

Anyone with information or video from the area is asked 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.

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Cape Breton Regional Police are asking for help identifying the two suspects involve with this matter. Anyone with information involving this matter please contact the Cape Breton Regional Police. or call Crime Stoppers.

The Cape Breton Regional Police Service is investigating a arson that occurred in the early morning hours of August 23rd 2024. Police are looking for assistance in identifying the suspects involved. Anyone with information in relation to this arson are asked to please contact the Cape Breton Regional Police or Crime Stoppers