Update: Kings District RCMP charge Newtonville man with additional firearms offences
Kings District RCMP has charged a man with additional firearms offences following the execution of a search warrant in Newtonville.
On April 19, RCMP officers responded to a report of unsecured firearms at a property on Jehill Davidson Rd. Upon arrival, officers also observed chemicals and materials consistent with the manufacturing of explosives at the scene. To ensure their safety and that of the public, the officers exited the residence, and the large rural property was secured.
A methodical search of the area began later that day. Investigators from the Kings District General Investigation Section were assisted by the RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit (EDU), the Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU), Shelburne RCMP SCEU, Yarmouth RCMP SCEU, West Hants District RCMP, Annapolis County District RCMP, RCMP Federal Policing investigators, and RCMP Forensic Identification Services. Out of precaution, due to potentially volatile substances being stored at the scene, fire services were on standby.
During the search, RCMP officers seized three rifles, four shotguns, ammunition, and components that could be used to make explosives. Samples of the chemicals were seized for analysis before a third party contractor safely disposed of the substances.
The search of the property was concluded on April 23.
“At the scene, officers were faced with a complex situation involving unidentified chemicals that could be dangerous,” says Supt. Jason Popik, District Policing Officer, Southwest Nova RCMP District. “However, with the assistance of specialized policing services and our interoperability with our partners, a safe and thorough search of the property was completed.”
Shawn Bradley, 53, has been charged with:
- Possession of Explosive
- Careless Use of Firearm (7 counts)
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (7 counts)
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (7 counts)
- Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited Weapon or Restricted Weapon (3 counts)
- Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (7 counts)
- Possession of Prohibited Device Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (3 counts)
- Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
Bradley was remanded into custody on April 22. He appeared in Windsor Provincial Court today and remains in custody.
The investigation led by the Kings District General Investigation Section is ongoing.
Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call Kings District RCMP at 902-542-3817. 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.
-Cumberland County District RCMP charge Ontario man, seize cocaine and firearm
Cumberland County District RCMP has charged a man with drug trafficking and firearms offences after receiving information from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) regarding an ongoing investigation in its area.
On April 5, Eastern Region Federal Policing (Nova Scotia) received information from the OPP-led Biker Enforcement Unit about a possible suspect in an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity by outlaw motorcycle gang (OMG) members in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ontario Provincial Police - News / Nouvelles. The suspect was believed to be travelling into Nova Scotia in a black Kia Sorento.
At approximately 9:20 a.m. on April 5 Cumberland County District RCMP located the vehicle travelling east on Hwy. 104 near Amherst. Officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop and safely arrested the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle. Officers searched the vehicle and seized 5 kg of cocaine, a firearm modified to look like an AK47, ammunition and a quantity of cash.
Scott Rempel, 37, of Welland, Ontario, has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine), Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, and Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized.
“This serves as an excellent example of cooperation among and within police agencies to address organized crime networks across inter-provincial boundaries,” says Supt. Dave Chubbs, Eastern Region Federal Policing (Nova Scotia). “The quick action of frontline officers in Cumberland was instrumental to ensuring the cocaine and firearm didn’t reach our communities.”
“The OPP is grateful for the support from the RCMP on this significant investigation,” says Detective Insp. Scott Wade, OPP Biker Enforcement Unit. “It takes national collaboration across jurisdictions to disrupt drug trafficking networks and protect our respective communities.”
Rempel was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in Amherst Provincial Court on April 25.
Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or using the P3 Tips app.
