Inverness County District RCMP charge woman who fled in stolen vehicle
Inverness County District RCMP has charged a Scotchtown woman with multiple offences after she fled from police in a stolen truck, drove dangerously through two counties, and nearly struck police vehicles.
On June 23, at approximately 1:35 p.m., an RCMP officer observed a vehicle that had been reported stolen travelling southbound on Hwy. 344 in Aulds Cove. Two officers conducted a traffic stop on the grey Chevrolet Silverado when the driver, after pulling over, reversed the truck toward a police car and fled at a high rate of speed.
The Silverado then travelled eastbound on Hwy. 104, weaving into oncoming vehicles. After becoming stuck in traffic near the Canso Causeway, the driver again reversed and backed along the highway in the wrong direction, nearly striking another police vehicle.
In the interest of public safety, officers did not pursue the Silverado.
At approximately 1:40 p.m., officers responded to a 911 call reporting a grey Chevrolet Silverado travelling westbound on Hwy. 104 toward Antigonish at high speed, passing vehicles in the oncoming lane. Officers patrolled the area but were unable to locate the truck.
At approximately 8:30 p.m., as a result of the ongoing investigation, the driver of the Chevrolet was located on the Old Mulgrave Rd. and arrested by Antigonish County District RCMP.
Tanya Marie Young, 36, of Scotchtown, has been charged with:
- Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
- Flight from Police
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000
- Assault on Police Officer with a Weapon
She’s also facing charges in relation to breaches of a release order.
Young was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in Antigonish Provincial Court on July 15.
- PoliceYarmouth Town RCMP charges man for sexual assault and sexual exploitation; believes there are additional victims
Yarmouth Town RCMP has charged a Yarmouth man with multiple offences as part of an ongoing investigation into historical sexual assaults and sexual exploitation. Investigators believe there may be additional victims.
In January 2026, Yarmouth Town RCMP began an investigation after receiving reports of historical sexual assaults that allegedly occurred between 2001 and 2004 involving the owner and operator of a taxi business known as “Classic Cabs.”
At this time, investigators have identified two victims who were youths at the time of the offences.
On July 2, 63-year-old James “Jim” Roy Fields, of Brooklyn, was arrested and charged with Sexual Exploitation (two counts), Sexual Assault (two counts) and Assault. Fields appeared in Yarmouth Provincial Court, where he was released on conditions. He is due to reappear on August 11.
Investigators believe there may be additional victims who’ve not yet come forward.
There’s no time limit on reporting sexual offences to police. The Nova Scotia RCMP recognizes the lasting impact these crimes can have on victims, including feelings of stress, shame, and fear, regardless of how much time has passed. Support services are available, including through RCMP Victim Services.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Yarmouth Town RCMP at 902-742-8777 or their local police. 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.
- TrafficRCMP Northwest Traffic Services charges driver and passenger in relation to dangerous incident in Cape Breton
RCMP Northwest Traffic Services has charged a driver and passenger under the Motor Vehicle Act in relation to a dangerous incident on Hwy. 105 near Port Bevis.
On June 27, at approximately 3:08 p.m., an RCMP officer was patrolling Hwy. 105 when a Mazda3 passed with a person in the open hatchback who was filming. The vehicle was travelling at about the maximum speed limit on the highway (100 km/hr) with a second vehicle following it.
The officer initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle.
The driver, a 21-year-old man from Hubbards, was issued a summary offence ticket for permitting a person to ride on a portion of a vehicle not designed for passengers. The passenger, a 25-year-old man from Moncton, was issued a summary offence ticket for riding on a portion of a vehicle not designed for passengers.
“In this case, the man was strapped into the hatchback with an improvised safety restraint,” says S/Sgt. Wes Blair, Acting Officer in Charge of RCMP Traffic Services. “A temporary harness, strap, or improvised restraint does not replace a seatbelt, a proper seating position, closed doors, and the safety systems built into the vehicle.”
Drivers are responsible for the safe operation of their vehicle and for ensuring passengers are properly seated and restrained. Passengers also have a responsibility to follow the law and avoid behaviour that puts themselves or others at risk.
Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving or unsafe vehicle use is asked to call police. If it is an emergency or an immediate risk to public safety, call 911.
