RCMP looking for information from the public after fatal shooting in North Preston
The RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit is investigating a homicide in North Preston.
On November 2, at approximately 4:58 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment and EHS responded to a report of shots fired near the intersection of Cain St. and Clarence St. in North Preston.
Upon arrival, officers found 28-year-old Jayden Tynes suffering from gunshot wounds. Tynes was transported to hospital by EHS where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation is being led by RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit with support from the RCMP/HRP Integrated General Investigative Section, RCMP Forensic Identification Services and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service.
Anyone with information about this incident, or dashcam footage of Cain St. and Clarence St. between the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on November 2, is asked to contact the RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit at 902-490-5333. 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.
-Street Crimes Enforcement Units seize drugs and charge a man after executing a search warrant
The Inverness Richmond Street Crimes Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has charged a Wagmatcook man for drug trafficking after executing a search warrant as part of an ongoing investigation.
On October 31, Inverness Richmond SCEU lead the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Fishery Rd., Wagmatcook First Nation. During the search, officers safely arrested a man and located and seized a quantity of cocaine, as well as cash and a variety of weapons.
Isaac Francis, 37, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking. Francis had a first court appearance on October 31 and was released by the courts pending future court appearances.
Officers also seized multiple firearms and other weapons during the search warrant execution. The investigation is ongoing and may result in further weapons-related charges.
Other police units involved include Eskasoni SCEU, Criminal Intelligence Service Nova Scotia (CISNS), and general duty officers from Victoria County District RCMP and Richmond County District RCMP.
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.
