Search warrant execution leads to seizure of firearms and other weapons by Street Crime Enforcement Unit
The Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU) seized a variety of weapons, including multiple firearms, during a search warrant execution in Westville.
On April 14, officers attended a home on Foxbrook Rd. as part of an ongoing investigation. The PCISCEU led the search warrant execution, with support from Nova Scotia RCMP Police Dog Services, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Department.
During the search, investigators seized several firearms, as well as prohibited and restricted firearm accessories and ammunition. Officers also seized crossbows, other weapons such as swords that are considered dangerous to the public, and body armour. A 33-year-old Westville man was arrested.
The man was later released on conditions pending a court appearance scheduled for July 13.
Note: The PCISCEU is made up of police officers from Pictou County District RCMP, Westville Police Service, and Stellarton Police Service.
-Colchester County District RCMP investigating break and enter causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage
Colchester County District RCMP is investigating a break and enter that resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage to a business, requiring the business to close temporarily for repairs.
On April 14 at approximately 6:20 a.m., Colchester County District RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter that occurred overnight at a manufacturing business on Park St., Bible Hill. Officers attended and found significant damage to multiple buildings. The damage included smashed windows, destroyed fixtures, and damage to tools and equipment inside. Officers also learned that a truck, a Dodge Ram, was stolen from the property.
Investigators identified two youths associated to the theft and damage and learned that they and the stolen truck were in Halifax. Halifax Regional Police safely arrested the two youths and recovered the truck in downtown Halifax later in the day on April 14.
The youths, who are under the legal driving age, will face charges related to property crime offences. They were released on conditions pending future court appearances.
Colchester County District RCMP appreciates support from Halifax Regional Police that led to the youths being safely located and arrested.
Anyone with further information that may support the investigation is asked to contact Colchester County District RCMP at 902-893-6820. 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.
