Wolfville Policing Report January 2021 Royal Canadian Mounted

Wolfville Policing Report January 2021

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Kings District

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Kings District Employees:

Inspector Dan Morrow, Kings District Commander.

Forty general duty constables police Kings District as first responders. These officers are supervised by 8 corporals, 2 sergeants and 1 staff sergeant.

Kings East School Safety Resource Officer is Constable Jennifer Britton. Kings West School Safety Resource Officer is Constable Jeff Wilson.

Kings District General Investigation Section members are Corporal Glenn O’Halloran, Constable Shawn Cornelisse, and Constable Jody Whiteway.

Kings District Street Crime Enforcement Unit members are Constable Jason Sehl of Kentville Police Service, as well as Constable Josée Lagace and Constable Ken Slade of Kings District RCMP.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault investigator is Constable Melissa Lee. This is a temporarily funded position.

Kings District Community Policing and Victims Services Officer is Constable Kelli Gaudet.

Kings District has 10 Detachment Service Assistants who perform administrative functions at the 3 Kings District offices.

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School Safety Resource Officer(s):

School Safety Resource Officers work as a resource to our local schools. Members provide presentations to every grade level from P-12 on current topics such as human trafficking, fentanyl, cybercrime, bullying, drug awareness and appropriate use of Social Media. Schools often request other presentations which are customized to meet their needs. SSRO’s update the National SafePlan every year for each Kings County School. SSRO's do the initial investigation in cases that stem from schools. SSRO's also provide support for school events that occur after traditional school hours.

Cst. Wilson's service area is from Annapolis County line to Central Kings Rural High School which encompasses 11 schools.

Cst. Britton’s service area is from Coldbrook District School to LE Shaw Elementary and encompasses 12 schools.

Distracted driving presentations, Human Trafficking presentations as well as “lock down drills” have been ongoing at several schools throughout the reporting period.

Both district SSROs worked closely with the schools within the entire district. Both Cst. Wilson and Cst. Britton remain heavily involved in the delivery of the mandated objectives while assisting other investigations that require their skills and experience with youth.

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Highlights

On January 11th, Members conducted traffic enforcement at Port Williams Elementary School zone.

On January 12th, Cst Gauvin, Cst Britton and Cst Morin conducted traffic enforcement at Aldershot, Wolfville and Gaspereau School zone.

On January 13th, Cst Dominie and Cst Britton conducted traffic enforcement at New Minas, Aldershot and Coldbrook Elementary School zone.

On January 14th, Cst Britton and Cst Bremner conducted traffic enforcement at the Canning, Aldershot, Port Williams and Avonport School zones.

On January 15th, Cpl Sutherland, Cst Britton and Cst Bellingham conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams Elementary and Evangeline Middle School zone.

On January 18th, Cst Blanchard and Cst Davison conducted traffic enforcement at the Evangeline School zones.

On January 19th, Cst Morin, Cst Gauvin, Cst Britton and Cst Dunn conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams, Gaspereau, Aldershot, Glooscap Elementary and NKEK School zones.

Cst Britton attended Horton High and interacted with the students and staff during the day.

On January 20th, Cst Morin, Cst Gauvin and Cst Snudden conducted traffic enforcement at the Aldershot, Landmark School, Glooscap Elementary and NKEK School zones.

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On January 25th, Cpl Fraser, Cst Currie, Cst Johnston, and Cst Hickey conducted traffic enforcement at the Booker, Cambridge, Port Williams, Central Kings and NKEK School zones.

On January 26th Cpl Fraser, Cst Davison, Cst Johnston, Cst Anthony and Cst Hickey conducted traffic enforcement at the Booker, Aldershot, Port Williams, Evangeline, Wolfville, Horton and Central Kings School zones.

On January 27th, Cst Gauvin conducted traffic enforcement at the Gaspereau School zone.

On January 28th, Cst Morin, Cst Snudden, Cst Heycock, and Cst Johnston conducted traffic enforcement at the Booker, Aldershot, Port Williams, Booker, Evangeline, Le Shaw, Coldbrook and Horton School zones.

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RCMP Reminding Drivers About Intersection Safety

Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding drivers and pedestrians about intersection-safety this winter. Winter weather can seriously impact road conditions which can make it challenging to stop quickly.

Last week, RCMP members conducted a checkpoint to highlight intersection safety that resulted in 25 tickets being issued. Tickets were given to motorists who failed to stop at a red light or at a stop sign. This also included motorists who failed to stop at a red light before turning right.

It's important to stay focused and alert when approaching an intersection so that you can see what is around you and prevent a collision. Being aware of your surroundings, changing lights and road conditions, can help keep you and others safe. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

Drivers

 Drivers should take extra care to scan for pedestrians when it's dark as it can be difficult to see.  Always drive to the road conditions. Leave lots of space between you and the car in front of you.  Make a full stop at red lights and stop signs, even when turning right, and yield to oncoming traffic when turning left.  Use your signal when making turns. Ensure it is safe to turn left before doing so.  Drivers must yield to pedestrians at intersections, even when there is no marked crosswalk.  When pedestrians are crossing, wait until they are safely across before proceeding ahead.  Drive defensively. Even if you have the right of way, be aware of your surroundings when proceeding through an intersection.

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Pedestrians

 Pedestrians and motorists should make eye contact before pedestrians cross in front of vehicles.  Check traffic before crossing and only proceed when it is safe to do so.  Always use crosswalks and pedestrian-activated signals when they are available.  Wear reflective or brightly-coloured clothing if you're walking at night to be more visible.  Don't be a distracted pedestrian. Remove headphones; put away cell phones, or other electronic devices when crossing the street.

Nova Scotia RCMP would also like to remind motorists to buckle up, it could save your life. Did you know that not wearing a seatbelt is one of the four causal factors of serious and fatal motor vehicle collisions in Nova Scotia?

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Nova Scotia Youth Release Video on Dangers of Sharing Intimate Images

The Nova Scotia RCMP Youth Cybercrime Advisory Committee has released a short video on the dangers of sharing intimate images. The committee, which is a volunteer group made up of high school students from across Nova Scotia, identified this as a top area of concern for youth safety.

An intimate image is a visual recording of a person. This includes photos and videos in which a person is nude, exposing their genitals, butt or breasts or is engaged in sexual activity.

There are two videos: one is for a youth audience and the other is for parents, guardians and those that work with youth. In both videos, Nova Scotia RCMP Youth Cybercrime Advisory Committee members are interviewed for their perspective on the issue, what they believe the risks are and what can be done to protect youth.

"We're asking Nova Scotians to share these videos with their social networks to discourage youth from requesting intimate images and to empower them to refuse requests for intimate images," says Cst. Jeff Wilson, School Safety Resource Officer for the Nova Scotia RCMP. "We also hope these videos to help adults better understand the issue and support the youth in their lives."

Requesting and sending intimate images is dangerous for many reasons. It can result in trauma, sextortion, bullying, regret and even criminal charges for child pornography.

Learn more about how you can protect yourself and others from the dangers of sharing intimate images by watching the videos on Facebook, Youtube or Twitter and share using the hashtag #StopAskingStopSending.

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"It's happening all the time," says a youth interviewed in the video. "…Some (people) are as young as 13…when they get asked for pictures like that," says another.

If you have concerns about an intimate image, contact your local police, or, if you live in RCMP jurisdiction, call the RCMP at 1-800-803-7267 (RCMP).

The Nova Scotia RCMP Youth Cybercrime Advisory Committee is a group of high school students from across Nova Scotia. The committee works with School Safety Resource Officers to share information about cybercrime, cyberbullying and to identify cyber trends commonly used by youth. If you are interested in joining the committee, speak to your School Safety Resource Officer.

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Annual Performance Plan

The Kings District Annual Performance Plan runs from April 1st, 2020 to March 31st, 2021. Objectives of Kings District Annual Performance Plan are:

 Safe Roads and Safe Highways in Nova Scotia - To date, Kings District members have charged 77 people with impaired driving (10 for drugs, 6 with refusal to provide a breath sample), issued 25 roadside suspensions (3 for drugs), issued 1,512 traffic enforcement charges and conducted 167 check stops.

 Reduce Crime Against People Members continue to conduct physical checks on offenders/accused who are on court ordered curfews or house arrest with the goal to prevent recidivism. Seventy-seven checks were conducted in the month of January.

Calls for Service

In the month of January, Kings District responded to 1,427 service calls. There were a total of 265 service calls in the Town of Wolfville during this reporting period. See the attached chart for breakdown of the service calls.

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Type of Crime & January January Occurrence Type Wolfville Kings Yes 2021 2021 Crimes Against Persons Offences Related to Death 0 0 Sexual Offences 1 10 Assault 1 23 Kidnapping/Hostage/Abduction 0 0 Robbery 0 0 Extortion / Intimidation 0 0 Criminal Harassment 0 6 Indecent | Harassing Comm. 1 2 Uttering Threats 1 8 Property Crime Arson 0 1 Break and Enter 0 3 Unlawfully in a Dwelling House 0 2 Theft Over 0 0 Theft of Motor Vehicle 0 3 Theft of Other MV / Motorcycle 1 2 Take MV w/o Consent 0 0 Theft Under 2 18 Shoplifting 0 9 Theft (mail, bicycle, et al) 0 1 Theft from Motor Vehicle 0 3 Possession of Stolen Goods 0 0 Fraud 2 23 Identity Theft 0 0 Mischief 2 21 Drug Enforcement Possession 0 0 Trafficking 1 5 Import/Export 0 0 Production 0 0 Other 0 1

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January January Type of Crime & Occurrence Type Wolfville Kings Traffic Dangerous Op of MV 0 9 Impaired by Alcohol 2 12 Impaired by Drug 0 1 Failure/Refusal 0 0 Driving while Disqualified 2 8 Fail to Stop or Remain 0 3 Seatbelt Violation 0 24 Intersection Violation 0 67 Speeding Violation 5 218 Insurance Violation 1 13 Road Side Suspension (Alcohol) 0 1 Road Side Suspension (Drug) 0 0 Collision ‐ Fatal 0 0 Collision ‐ Non ‐ Fatal Injury 0 8 Collision ‐ Reportable 1 35 Collision ‐ Non Reportable 4 20 Off‐Road Vehicle Collision 0 1 Municipal By‐laws 83 83 Other Traffic Offence/Violation 14 178 Other Traffic Related Duties 1 23 Checkstop 5 38 Other 911 Call 1 22 Breach of Court Order 3 18 Liquor Act 7 8 Mental Health Act 5 43 Missing Person 3 26 Municipal Bylaw ‐ Other 8 11 Other 16 173 Suspicious P|V|P 4 31 Trespass At Night 0 0 HPA (COVID‐19) ‐ Offences only 4 10 HPA (COVID‐19) ‐ Other activities 0 4 QUA (COVID‐19) ‐ Offences Only 1 1 QUA (COVID‐19) ‐ Other Activities 65 102 Total Founded & SUI Occurrences 248 1,335 Total Occurrences* 265 1,427

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Traffic Enforcement

During the December Police Advisory Board meeting, traffic enforcement was brought. Below are some of the highlights from the month of January.

January 9th – Checkstop conducted on Highland Avenue, no violations.

January 11th – Five parking tickets issued for winter parking ban.

January 13th – Radar enforcement on Highland Avenue, no violations.

January 14th – Radar enforcement on Main Street, one violation ticket issued for speeding.

January 15th – Radar enforcement on Highland Avenue, no violations.

January 16th – Four parking tickets issued for winter parking ban. Radar enforcement on University Avenue, no violations.

January 17th – Radar enforcement on Skyway and Gaspereau, no violations. One parking ticket issued for winter parking ban.

January 18th – Two parking tickets issued for winter parking ban.

January 20th – Radar enforcement on Main Street, one violation ticket issued for speeding.

January 21st – Traffic enforcement in Wolfville, one violation ticket issued for driving while disqualified.

January 23rd – A check stop was conducted on Highland Avenue, over sixty vehicles were checked, one violation ticket issued for driving while disqualified and one ticket issued for driving without valid license. Radar enforcement on Pleasant Street, one violation ticket issued for speeding.

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Eighteen tickets were issued for the Wolfville Winter Parking ban.

January 25th – Twenty-four tickets were issued for the Wolfville Winter Parking ban.

January 26th – Fifteen tickets were issued for the Wolfville Winter Parking ban.

January 27th – Check stop conducted on Main Street, several vehicles checked no violations.

January 28th – Check stop conducted on Highland Avenue, several vehicles checked no violations.

January 30th – Check stop conducted on Gaspereau Avenue, seventy vehicles checked no offences.

Nuisance Calls / Liquor Act

In the month of January, one violation ticket issued for urinating in public, five violation tickets issued under the liquor act, and two violation tickets issued under the nuisance bylaw.

Proactive Police Patrols/ Community Involvement

January 9th – Members conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 10th – Cst Anthony conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 11th – Cst Britton conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 12th – Sgt Kelly and Cst Britton conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 15th – Cst Bellingham and Cst Charlton conducted foot patrols in Wolfville. Patrols made at Glooscap First Nation.

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January 16th – Cst Bellingham and Cst Charlton conducted foot patrols in Wolfville. Cst Dominie conducted patrols at Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation.

January 18th –Cst Charlton conducted foot patrols in Wolfville. Patrols made at Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation.

January 20th - Cst Anthony conducted foot patrols in Wolfville. Cst Currie conducted patrols Annapolis Valley First Nation.

January 21st – Sgt Kelly conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 22nd – Members conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 23rd – Cst Charlton and Cst MacDonald conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 25th – Cst Anthony conducted a foot patrol in Wolfville. Cpl Fraser, Cst Johnston, and Cst Anthony conducted several patrols of Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation during the day. Cst Charlton and Cst MacDonald conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation.

January 26th - Cpl Fraser, Cst Johnston, and Cst Currie conducted several patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation during the day. Cst Charlton and Cpl Sutherland conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation.

Cst Charlton conducted a foot patrol in Wolfville.

January 27th – Cst Anthony conducted foot patrols in Wolfville. Cst Davison and Cpl Fraser conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation and Annapolis Valley First Nation.

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January 28th - Cst Currie conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

January 29th – Sgt Kelly conducted a foot patrol in Wolfville.

Cst. BRITTON and Michelle PARKER with Seniors' Safety completed a Bell Let's Talk community project. Photos taken to capture Kings Co., with first responders: RCMP, fire, EHS, EMO. Provincial and federal MLA's. Health staff: valley regional, Annapolis Valley and Glooscap Health Centers. Seniors and Youth. Video was completed and posted on social media for Bell Let's Talk day January 28th, currently over 4700 views.

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January 30th – Cpl Prime and Cst Dominie Conducted foot patrols in Wolfville.

January 31st - Cst Charlton conducted a foot patrol in Wolfville. Cst MacDonald conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

Significant Investigations

2021-1767 - On January 1st, 2021 Kings District RCMP arrested a 46-year- old woman in Cambridge after she had called 911 six times for non- emergency reasons.

The woman was issued a Summary Offence Ticket by Kingston RCMP after the second 911 call that occurred. She continued to call 911 and was subsequently arrested to stop the continuation of the offence. The fine for 911 misuse in Nova Scotia is $697.50.

New Year's Eve is typically a very busy night for first responders and any time you call 911 when it's not an emergency, you potentially endanger someone in your community.

Every non-emergency call involves 911 operators and every second counts in emergency situations. RCMP Nova Scotia urges the public to avoid misuse of 911 and to discourage it in others. It's vital to the safety and health of the community.

911 is for emergencies only.

2021-12281 - An 18-year-old man from Kingston has been charged with Stunting after driving 63 km/hr over the speed limit: 163 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone.

On January 3rd at approximately 10:40 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Hwy. 101 spotted a car travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 163 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone, 63 km/hr over the speed limit. The officer stopped the

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car and charged the man with Stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. The fine for stunting in Nova Scotia is $2,422.50.

Speed is one of the major causes of serious injury and fatal collisions on our roads. Road safety is a priority for the RCMP and drivers are reminded to make it their priority as well. If you see someone driving unsafely on our roads, please report it by calling the RCMP at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If you believe it is an emergency, call 911.

2021-14355 - Kings District RCMP has laid a charge in relation to a complaint regarding a Wolfville man failing to self isolate after entering Nova Scotia.

Kings District RCMP investigated the situation and on January 4th, 2021 laid a Summary Offence ticket.

A 22-year-old man of Catherine Court, Wolfville, NS has been charged under Section 15(3) of the Quarantine Act for Failure to comply with a reasonable measure ordered by a screening officer or quarantine officer. The fine amount for this charge is $697.50.

Kings District RCMP is reminding everyone to follow all Public Health orders, Provincial legislation and Town bylaws. We all need to do our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The RCMP thanks Nova Scotians for their continued support and to the vast majority who are adhering to the directives outlined by the provincial government. For more information, visit: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/.

2021-24212 - Kings District RCMP are investigating a theft of a vehicle sometime between January 5th and the afternoon of January 6th from the property of a business on Canard Street in Lower Canard. Owners noticed the vehicle was missing and called the New Minas RCMP office on January 6th.

The vehicle is a grey 2011 Toyota Matrix. The vehicle is a 4-door

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hatchback, has 300,000 km, a roof rack, tow hitch and can be identified with a Tap Root sticker on the rear.

Anyone with information on this theft is asked to contact the RCMP at 902- 679-5555. Should you wish 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.

2021-38127 & 2021-43472 - On consecutive days, two women, a 24-year- old from Kentville, and a 35-year-old from Dartmouth have been charged with Stunting while operating their vehicles on Highway 101.

On January 9th at approximately 8:40 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Hwy. 101 spotted a car travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 152 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone, 52 km/hr over the speed limit. The officer stopped the car and charged the woman with Stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. The registration on the vehicle plate was expired and a second ticket under the Motor Vehicle Act of $180.00 was also issued.

On January 10th at approximately 4:00 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Hwy. 101 spotted a car travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 158 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone, 58 km/hr over the speed limit. The officer stopped the car and charged the woman with Stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. Police noted that there was a child in the vehicle while the vehicle was being operated in this manner.

The fine for stunting in Nova Scotia is $2,422.50

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2021-61236 - Kings District RCMP are investigating a large theft of forestry equipment stolen from a property on Ratchford Rd. in Cambridge. Police received a call of a theft on January 14th. It was determined that the theft occurred sometime between noon on January 13th and the morning of January 14th. The following items were stolen from the back of a work truck:  Extension pole chain saw  Stihl Farm Boss chain saw  Stihl 201T Chain Saw  Stihl 261C Chain Saw  Stihl 5001 Chain Saw  Stihl Climbing chain saw  Box of chains for saw chains  Climbing harness  Rope bags with climbing ropes Anyone with information on this theft is asked to contact the RCMP at 902- 679-5555. Should you wish 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.

2021-62121 - On January 14th at 4:00 p.m. Kings District RCMP responded to a collision where a small pickup truck collided with a school bus on Highway 1 in Lockhartville. EHS and Hantsport Fire Department both attended the collision. EHS assessed all occupants of both vehicles. The school bus was occupied by students at the time, all were uninjured. There were minor injuries to the passenger of the pickup truck. The section of the roadway was closed for approximately one hour.

Police investigated the collision and have charged the pick up driver, a 34- year-old male from Billtown, with a Motor Vehicle Act offence of driving to left of solid double line. This charge has a fine amount of $295.00 in the Province of Nova Scotia.

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Kings District RCMP is thankful no one was seriously injured and would like to thank all the agencies that attended. Road safety is a priority for the RCMP and drivers are reminded to make it their priority as well. If you see someone driving unsafely on our roads, please report it by calling the RCMP at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If you believe it is an emergency, call 911.

2021-4134, 2021-65171, 2021-70677 - Kings District RCMP are asking the public for help identifying a man who has been using a "quick change" scam on cashiers at businesses in Kings County.

A "quick change scam" is when a scammer buys an inexpensive item and pays for it with a large bill (for example, buying something that costs five dollars and paying for it with a fifty-dollar-bill). As the cashier is making change, the scammer tries to confuse the cashier by asking to exchange the bills of smaller denominations for larger ones (for example, asking for ten-dollar bill as change instead of two five dollar bills). As a result of the various requests, the cashier ends up giving too much change to the suspect.

Kings District RCMP are investigating several of these incidents on January 1st, January 14th, and January 15th:

- January 1st at approximately 8:10 p.m. at a gas bar on Main St. in Kingston - January 14th at approximately 3 p.m. at a restaurant on Central Ave. in Greenwood - January 15th at a restaurant on Commercial St. in New Minas

Surveillance video shows what appears to be a male suspect. On January 1st, he is seen in security footage wearing dark denim jeans, a

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black hoody, black jacket and black shoes with white soles. On January 15th, he was seen wearing a black non-medical mask, black hat, black jacket, and black shoes with white soles. He has blonde hair and blue eyes.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact the RCMP at 902-679-5555 in New Minas or 902-765-3317 in Kingston. Should you wish 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.

2021-96007 - At about 10:30 on January 21st, Kings District RCMP received a complaint reporting loud music coming from a residence on Willow Avenue in Wolfville. Wolfville RCMP made patrols of the area where the party was located. Police attended the residence and located loud music and a gathering of more than ten people, some of which were intoxicated. Police shut down the party and a fine was issued.

A 21-year-old Wolfville man has been charged under 23(b) of the Emergency Management Act for Failing to comply with direction order, or requirement made under the Act/regulations.

The Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding the public to follow all Public Health Orders which includes regulations on gathering size. A source of information regarding regulations surrounding Covid-19 can be found at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/. We all need to do our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The RCMP thanks Nova Scotians for their continued support and to the vast majority who are adhering to the directives outlined by the provincial government.

2021-105448 - On January 23rd at 11:30 PM, A Kings District RCMP member was patrolling Linden Ave. in Wolfville when they observed a vehicle drive through a stop sign at the corner of Linden Ave. and Acadia St. The RCMP member pulled the vehicle over and could detect a strong odor of liquor from the vehicle. The driver failed a roadside screening test

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and was arrested for impaired driving. The driver was taken to the Kings District RCMP for further breath samples which were 110/130. The driver told police he was the designated driver. Police noted there were five passengers in the vehicle.

The 22-year-old man from Arcadia was later released and is scheduled to appear in Kentville Provincial Court on March 10th, 2021. The man is facing charges of Impaired Operation of a Conveyance and Operating a Conveyance While Over 80mg%.

The RCMP has a commitment to safe roadways. If a you see a suspicious driver or have concerns about their ability to safely operate a vehicle is asked to call the RCMP, anywhere in Nova Scotia, at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If it's an emergency, call 911.

2021-104823 - Kings District RCMP have charged a 24-year-old Windsor Junction man with stunting on Highway 101 near Grand Pre after driving 57 km/hr over the speed limit: 157 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone.

On January 23rd at approximately 7:35 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Hwy. 101 spotted a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 157 km/hr in a 100 km/hr zone, 57 km/hr over the speed limit. The member was successful in locking the radar on the vehicle at 157 km/h. The officer stopped the vehicle and after a roadside investigation it was determined this had been the second time the man had been changed with stunting. The driver has been charged with Stunting (second offence) under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act. The fine for stunting in Nova Scotia on second offence is $5872.50.

Kings District RCMP continue to utilize appropriate legislation for enforcement to make Kings County roadways safe.

Speed is one of the major causes of serious injury and fatal collisions on our roads. If you see someone driving unsafely on our roads, please report

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it by calling the RCMP at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If you believe it is an emergency, call 911.

2021-126123 - A two-vehicle collision on Hwy. 101 has led to a 90-day Provincial License Suspension for alcohol impairment.

On January 28th at 6 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to a two-vehicle collision at Exit 11 near Wolfville. The investigation revealed that a Ford F- 150 had collided head on with a Honda Civic.Traffic was restricted while police, EHS and the Greenwich Fire Department attended to the occupants and vehicles involved.

The three occupants of the Honda suffered minor injuries and were treated on-site. The driver of the Ford, the lone occupant of the vehicle, was transported to hospital with minor injuries.

After testing breath samples from the driver of the Ford, police issued him a 90 day provincial suspension for alcohol impairment. The file remains under investigation.

The RCMP has a commitment to safe roadways. If a you see a suspicious driver or have concerns about someone’s ability to safely operate a vehicle is asked to call the RCMP, anywhere in Nova Scotia, at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If it's an emergency, call 911. The file remains under investigation.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this report or any other community matters, please feel free to contact the undersigned.

Sgt. Ryan Kelly Operations NCO Kings East District RCMP Telephone: 902-679-5555

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Wolfville Policing Report February 2021

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Kings District

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Kings District Employees:

Inspector Dan Morrow, Kings District Commander.

Forty general duty constables police Kings District as first responders. These officers are supervised by 8 corporals, 2 sergeants and 1 staff sergeant.

Kings East School Safety Resource Officer is Constable Jennifer Britton. Kings West School Safety Resource Officer is Constable Jeff Wilson.

Kings District General Investigation Section members are Corporal Glenn O’Halloran, Constable Shawn Cornelisse, and Constable Jody Whiteway.

Kings District Street Crime Enforcement Unit members are Constable Jason Sehl of Kentville Police Service, as well as Constable Josée Lagace and Constable Ken Slade of Kings District RCMP.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault investigator is Constable Melissa Lee. This is a temporarily funded position.

Kings District Community Policing and Victims Services Officer is Constable Kelli Gaudet.

Kings District has 10 Detachment Service Assistants who perform administrative functions at the 3 Kings District offices.

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School Safety Resource Officer(s):

Cst. Wilson's service area is from Annapolis County line to Central Kings Rural High School which encompasses 11 schools.

Cst. Britton’s service area is from Coldbrook District School to LE Shaw Elementary and encompasses 12 schools.

Distracted driving presentations, Human Trafficking presentations as well as “lock down drills” have been ongoing at several schools throughout the reporting period.

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Highlights

On February 1st, Cst. Charlton and Cst. Britton conducted traffic enforcement at the Evangeline Middle School and Wolfville Elementary School zone.

On February 3rd, Cst. Blanchard and Cst. Anthony conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams and Coldbrook School zone.

On February 4th, Cst. Gauvin, Cst. Morin and Cst. Snudden conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams, Landmark, Wolfville and NKEC School zone.

Cst. Britton gave a Cyber safety presentation to grade 5 students at the New Minas Elementary School.

On February 5th, Cst. Gauvin, Cst. Morin and Cst. Snudden conducted traffic enforcement at the Aldershot, Evangeline Middle School, Glooscap and NKEC School zone.

On February 9th, Cst. Bellingham and Cst. Charlton conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams and Wolfville Elementary School zone.

Cst. Britton interacted with students and staff at Horton High.

On February 10th, Cst. Johnston conducted traffic enforcement at the Booker School and Port Williams School zones.

On February 11th, Cst. Johnston and Cst. Currie conducted traffic enforcement at the Booker School, Port Williams and New Minas Elementary School zone.

Cst. Britton attended the Highbury Education Centre for a student advisory council meeting.

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On February 12th, Cst. Gauvin, Cst. Morin, Cst. Snudden, Cst. Britton and Cst. Dunn conducted traffic enforcement at the New Minas, Gaspereau, Aldershot, NKEC, Coldbrook, CK, Cambridge, Port Williams and Evangeline Middle School zones.

On February 17th, Cst. Johnston conducted traffic enforcement at the Port Williams, Horton and Booker School zones.

Cst. BRITTON attended New Minas Elementary School and gave three cyber-safety presentation to the grade 4 and 5 students.

On February 22nd, Cst. Dominie, Cst. Bremner, Cst. Hunter and Cst. Reid conducted traffic enforcement at the Wolfville, Cambridge, CK, EMS, LE Shaw and Port Williams School zones.

On February 24th, Cpl Sutherland and Cst. Charlton conducted traffic enforcement at the Wolfville and Port Williams School zones.

On February 25th, Cst. Johnston, Cst. Bellingham and Cst. Charlton conducted traffic enforcement at the Coldbrook, Cambridge, Port Williams and Booker School zones.

Cst. Britton conducted a lockdown drill and fire drill at two of the schools she visits.

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Nova Scotia RCMP Release Annual Provincial Impaired Statistics for 2020

As Nova Scotia's Provincial Police, road safety is a top priority. In an effort to keep citizens informed about enforcement on our roadways, the Nova Scotia RCMP is releasing statistics for all RCMP detachments in Nova Scotia for 2020 on drivers charged for driving impaired by drugs or alcohol.

In 2020, Nova Scotia RCMP charged 1,625 drivers with impaired related offences.

 821 charged with Impaired Operation of a Conveyance by Alcohol  72 charged with Impaired Operation of a Conveyance by Drug  142 charged with Refusal of a Demand Made by a Peace Officer  590 issued driving suspensions for Operating a Conveyance While Having Consumed Alcohol.

Impaired driving investigations can be complex, especially when they involve both alcohol and drugs. This is why Nova Scotia RCMP officers receive a variety of training, and have several tools at their disposal.

Each day, RCMP members are working throughout the province to help keep the roads safer for everyone. Recently, a member in the Halifax area was recognized by their supervisors for going above and beyond. Cst. Scott Aldridge from Halifax District RCMP Traffic Unit charged 139 drivers in 2020 for impaired driving related offences. His contribution to road safety does not go unnoticed.

In Nova Scotia, there are approximately 250 RCMP members with training related to drug-impaired driving, 33 of whom are Drug Recognition Experts (DREs). Nova Scotia RCMP also has 427 trained breath technicians who are qualified to operate instruments that determine a driver's blood alcohol concentration.

Failure or refusal to comply with a demand made by a peace officer for a sample for testing sobriety can result in criminal charges that have the

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same penalties as impaired driving. There are a range of fines and periods of driving prohibition for those convicted of driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Citizens are asked to call 911 immediately if you see a driver who is driving erratically or unsafely. Here are some signs of an impaired driver to watch for:

 Driving unreasonably fast, slow or at an inconsistent speed  Drifting in and out of lanes  Tailgating and changing lanes frequently  Making exceptionally wide turns  Changing lanes or passing without sufficient clearance  Overshooting or stopping well before stop signs or stop lights  Disregarding signals and lights  Approaching signals or leaving intersections too quickly or slowly  Driving without headlights, failing to lower high beams or leaving turn signals on  Driving with windows open in cold or inclement weather

Once you call 911, you will be asked to provide the following:

 Your location  A description of the vehicle, including the license plate number, colour, make and model  The direction of travel for the vehicle  A description of the driver if visible  Your name and number for follow up.

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RCMP Reminds Motorists to Stay Alert to Arrive Safely

Nova Scotia RCMP is asking motorists to help keep everyone safe on the roads by staying alert and focused at all times behind the wheel.

This month, the Nova Scotia RCMP will be conducting checkpoints throughout the province to highlight the importance of being focused while driving. From cellphones to loud music to other passengers, there are many distractions that can compete for a driver's attention and affect their ability to drive safely.

"Driving distracted puts you and everyone on the road at risk and is one of the four casual factors of fatal and serious injury collisions", says Cpl. Michael Carter with Traffic Services. "It may seem like a low risk to quickly check your phone but when you find yourself needing to stop suddenly, every second counts."

From October 1, 2020 to January 31 2021, Nova Scotia RCMP charged 183 people with using a cell phone while driving. In Nova Scotia, the fine for using a cellphone while operating a motor vehicle is $237.50. If convicted, four points are added to the driver's license. The RCMP will continue to target distracted drivers through enforcement in an effort to keep Nova Scotians safe on roadways. Here are some tips to help avoid distracted driving:

 Keep your cellphone out of reach. Reduce the temptation to use it by keeping it out of sight (for example, in a bag in the backseat) and turn the ringer off.  Plan your route ahead of time. Before you get in the car, know where you're going and how you're getting there. If you use a GPS system, program your route prior to starting the car.  Avoid eating and drinking while driving. If you need to take a drink, wait until you are stopped at a red light.  Keep music or radio at a reasonable volume. Music should never be so loud that you would not be able to hear a siren, or the screech of brakes from another vehicle.

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 Offer help. If you're a passenger and notice the driver trying to use the phone, offer to send a text or make a call for them. You can also offer to help navigate the GPS.  Talk to new drivers. Talk to the new drivers in your life about the importance of staying focused behind the wheel and the serious risks when driving distracted.

If you believe someone is driving in a way that is an immediate threat to public safety, please call 911 when it is safe to do so. Include as much detail as possible, such as the location, direction of travel, vehicle and driver description and license plate number.

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RCMP Warns of Online Marketplace Scams

In the last month, Halifax District RCMP have received several reports of online marketplace scams.

Several scams involved victims placing an ad online for various items (these have included clothes, electronics and instruments). The suspect poses as a buyer and asks the seller to send the items, promising that payment will follow. The seller sends the items but the payment never arrives.

On at least four occasions, victims have been defrauded after sending a deposit for a dog or puppy. In this scenario, the suspect posts an ad for the pet on an online marketplace. When the victim contacts the suspect, the suspect asks the victim to send a deposit. The victim sends the money and the suspect provides a fake address to pick up the dog. The suspect then stops communicating with the victim.

When considering making a purchase from an online marketplace, there are some things residents can do to help reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim:

 If you're looking for a pet, consider adopting one from a reputable rescue organization or contacting a registered breeder with the Canadian Kennel Club.  If the person is selling an animal, ask for the pet's veterinarian clinic and call to confirm that the pet is a patient there.  If the person is claiming to be a breeder, ask for the breeder registration information. If they won't give it, this is likely a scam. If they do give it, verify the information.  If you are looking for a purebred, do research to get a sense of what a fair price is for the breed. Think twice if someone is selling a purebred dog at a very low price.

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 Ask for the seller's phone number. Call and ask specific questions about what the person is selling. If they don't give a phone number, it could be a sign of a scam.  Ask for multiple photos of what the person is selling. Compare them to ensure the item is the same in all photos.

Anyone can be a victim of a scam, and it's important to view all potential purchases with a critical eye. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local police.

If you encounter a scam but you have not been victimized, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at https://www.antifraudcentre- centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm.

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New, State-of-the-Art RCMP Operational Communications Centre Set to Open

On February 24, Nova Scotia RCMP 911 Police Dispatchers will begin answering calls for service out of the new, state-of-the-art Operational Communications Centre (OCC) at RCMPNS Headquarters in Dartmouth.

Since 2018, the Nova Scotia RCMP has been planning this move to the modern space.

"The Nova Scotia RCMP OCC is now among the most advanced communications centres in Canada," says Insp. Dustine Rodier, Officer in Charge of the OCC. "We now have an OCC that reflects the exceptional work of our 911 Police Dispatchers."

The centre uses the most up-to-date technology for enhanced service to Nova Scotians, and was built with employee wellness in mind. Employee feedback and best practices from across the country informed the centre's design.

Features include:

 Several layers of redundancy built into our systems.  Next Generation 911 compatible systems that will support continued advancements in technology.  Open concept layout for ongoing situational awareness.  State-of-the-art situational boards for enhanced situational awareness.  Top quality ergonomic workstations with built-in features to support employee health and wellness.  Plenty of natural light.  Multiple areas for employees to decompress after challenging calls.  Full working kitchen for employees to gather and share meals.

"RCMP 911 Police Dispatchers help Nova Scotians every day, through the challenging yet exceptional work they do," says Assistant Commissioner

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Lee Bergerman, Commanding Officer of the Nova Scotia RCMP. "The new, modern OCC enhances our existing abilities to provide an extremely high level of service to the residents of Nova Scotia for many years to come."

The Nova Scotia RCMP have produced a video about the new OCC. It can be viewed on Youtube or Facebook.

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Annual Performance Plan

The Kings District Annual Performance Plan runs from April 1st, 2020 to March 31st, 2021. Objectives of Kings District Annual Performance Plan are:

 Safe Roads and Safe Highways in Nova Scotia - To date, Kings District members have charged 90 people with impaired driving (10 for drugs, 7 with refusal to provide a breath sample), issued 25 roadside suspensions (3 for drugs), issued 1,708 traffic enforcement charges and conducted 200 check stops.

 Reduction of Cybercrime in Nova Scotia - On February 4th, Cst. Britton gave a Cybersafety presentation to grade 5 students at the New Minas Elementary School. On February 17th, Cst. BRITTON attended New Minas Elementary School and gave three cybersafety presentation to the grade 4 and 5 students.

 Reduce Crime Against People Members continue to conduct physical checks on offenders/accused who are on court ordered curfews or house arrest with the goal to prevent recidivism. Seventy-one checks were conducted in the month of December.

Calls for Service

In the month of February, Kings District responded to 1,252 service calls. There were a total of 214 service calls in the Town of Wolfville during this reporting period. See the attached chart for breakdown of the service calls.

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Type of Crime & February February Occurrence Type Wolfville Kings Yes 2021 2021 Crimes Against Persons Offences Related to Death 0 0 Sexual Offences 1 4 Assault 0 16 Kidnapping/Hostage/Abduction 0 0 Robbery 0 0 Extortion / Intimidation 0 0 Criminal Harassment 1 4 Indecent | Harassing Comm. 1 5 Uttering Threats 2 8 Property Crime Arson 0 0 Break and Enter 1 7 Unlawfully in a Dwelling House 0 1 Theft Over 0 0 Theft of Motor Vehicle 0 2 Theft of Other MV / Motorcycle 0 0 Take MV w/o Consent 0 1 Theft Under 1 16 Shoplifting 0 9 Theft (mail, bicycle, et al) 0 1 Theft from Motor Vehicle 2 4 Possession of Stolen Goods 0 2 Fraud 4 36 Identity Theft 0 1 Mischief 6 32 Drug Enforcement Possession 0 0 Trafficking 0 1 Import/Export 0 0 Production 0 0 Other 0 1

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February February Type of Crime & Occurrence Type Wolfville Kings Traffic Dangerous Op of MV 0 3 Impaired by Alcohol 3 10 Impaired by Drug 0 0 Failure/Refusal 0 0 Driving while Disqualified 0 5 Fail to Stop or Remain 3 16 Seatbelt Violation 0 12 Intersection Violation 2 16 Speeding Violation 4 105 Insurance Violation 0 12 Road Side Suspension (Alcohol) 1 2 Road Side Suspension (Drug) 0 0 Collision ‐ Fatal 0 0 Collision ‐ Non ‐ Fatal Injury 0 4 Collision ‐ Reportable 2 39 Collision ‐ Non Reportable 3 20 Off‐Road Vehicle Collision 0 0 Municipal By‐laws 73 73 Other Traffic Offence/Violation 7 198 Other Traffic Related Duties 0 3 Checkstop 3 33 Other 911 Call 2 26 Breach of Court Order 0 11 Liquor Act 8 11 Mental Health Act 5 34 Missing Person 1 49 Municipal Bylaw ‐ Other 15 21 Other 40 233 Suspicious P|V|P 3 16 Trespass At Night 0 0 HPA (COVID‐19) ‐ Offences only 3 9 HPA (COVID‐19) ‐ Other activities 0 0 QUA (COVID‐19) ‐ Offences Only 0 0 QUA (COVID‐19) ‐ Other Activities 6 40 Total Founded & SUI Occurrences 204 1,155 Total Occurrences* 214 1,252

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Traffic Enforcement

February 1st – Member conducted radar enforcement on Prospect and Gaspereau, no offences. Traffic enforcement on Main Street, one ticket issued for tinted windows and one for failing to stop at stop sign. One ticket issued for winter parking ban.

February 2nd – Member issued seven winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 3rd – Member conducted radar enforcement on Prospect, Main and Gaspereau, no offences. Seven violation tickets issued for winter parking ban.

February 6th – Traffic Enforcement in the town of Wolfville, tickets issued as follows: Highland Avenue – one ticket for speeding, one for failing to provide DL; Main Street – one ticket for failing to stop at stop sign;

Member also issued ten winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 9th – Members issued nineteen winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 10th – Members issued five winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 12th – Check stop conducted on Highland Avenue. Approximately twenty vehicles were checked, no violations.

February 14th – Member issued eight winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 19th – Member issued twenty-seven winter parking ban violation tickets.

February 21st – Check stop conducted on Highland Avenue, no violations.

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February 23rd – Check stop conducted on Main Street, no violations.

February 28th – Request for patrols on Gaspereau Avenue and Fowler Street due to complaint of many speeding vehicles in the area. Radar enforcement on Gaspereau Avenue, eighteen vehicles observed, one violation ticket issued for speeding.

In addition to the above, two impaired drivers were charged and eight liquor violations were issued.

Proactive Police Patrols / Community Involvement

February 1st – Cst. MacDonald and Cst. Johnston conducted day time patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation. Members conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 2nd – Cst. Currie conducted day time patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

February 3rd – Cst. Anthony conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Cst. Hickey and Cst. Johnston conducted day time patrols of Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Charleton conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 4th – Cst. Currie conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

February 5th – Cst. Johnston conducted day time patrols of Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Blanchard and Cst. Bellingham conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 5th – Cst. Dominie conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Members conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

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February 6th – Cst. Charleton conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Cst. Morin conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

February 7th – Cst. Charleton conducted foot patrols in the village of Canning. Members conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 8th – Cst. Bremner and Cst. Blanchard conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 9th – Cst. MacDonald conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation. Cst. Dominie and Cpl Prime conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 10th – Cst. Johnston conducted patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 11th – Cst. Currie and Cst. Hickey conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Bellingham conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

February 12th – Cst. Hickey conducted patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 14th – Cst. Dominie conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Cst. Dominie and Cst. Bremner conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Blanchard and Cst. Charlton conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 15th – Cpl Prime, Cpl Fraser and Cst. Dominie conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Cpl Prime and Cst. Dominie conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Morin, Cst. Dunn and Cst. Blanchard conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 16th – Cst. Johnston conducted patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

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February 17th – Cst. Bremner conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation.

Cst. Britton and Michelle Parker (Senior Safety) gave out hot chocolate street side in Wolfville for random acts of kindness day.

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February 18th – Cst. Anthony and Cst. Hickey conducted patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 19th – Cst. Blanchard conducted daytime patrols of Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Bellingham conducted evening patrols of Annapolis First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 20th – Cst. Blanchard conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 21st – Cst. Currie conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 22nd – Cpl Prime and Cst. Dominie conducted foot patrols in the town of Wolfville. Cst. Bremner and Cst. Dominie conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Gauvin and Cst. Morin conducted patrols in Wolfville. Cst. Morin and Cst. Dunn conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation

February 23rd – Cst. Bremner and Cst. Dominie conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Heycock conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 24th – Cst. Charlton conducted a foot patrol in the town of Wolfville in the morning. Cst. MacKinnon conducted a foot patrol in the town of Wolfville in the afternoon. Cst. MacKinnon conducted daytime patrols of Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Hickey conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

February 25th – Cst. MacDonald, Cst. Johnston and Cst. Bellingham conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cpl Prime, Cst. Hunter and Cst. Bremner conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

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February 26th – Cst. Currie and Cst. Hickey conducted daytime patrols of Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Johnston conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 27th – Cst. Johnston conducted evening patrols of Glooscap First Nation.

February 28th – Cst. Léveillé conducted a foot patrol in the town of Wolfville. Cst. Morin and Cst. Dunn conducted daytime patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation. Cst. Currie and Cst. Blanchard conducted evening patrols of Annapolis Valley First Nation and Glooscap First Nation.

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Significant Investigations

2021-105145 – Kings District RCMP and the Kings District General Investigative Section have charged a New Minas man with Voyeurism.

On January 21, Wolfville RCMP received a complaint from two female tenants who discovered a modified mirror in their bathroom. Kings District RCMP, Kings District General Investigative Section (GIS) and Southwest Nova Forensic Identification Unit conducted an extensive investigation of a property on Blomidon Terrace and discovered that modifications were made to the mirror and wall behind it to allow for viewing through an adjacent room. Police determined that the offence(s) took place between January 11 and January 24, 2021.

A 55-year-old male of New Minas, has been charged with Voyeurism. He is scheduled to appear in Kentville Provincial Court on April 7, 2021.

Anyone who feels they could be a victim, or has concerns about someone else who could be a victim, is encouraged to contact Kings District RCMP at 902-679-5555 in New Minas and 902-765-3317 in Kingston. Should you wish 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.

2021-192527, 2021-197081 – On consecutive days, two people, a 20-year- old Kentville man, and a 19-year-old New Glasgow man have been charged with Stunting while operating their vehicles in rural Kings County between February 12th and 13th.

On February 12th at approximately 3:15 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Hwy. 221, near Canning spotted a car travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 120 km/hr in a 70 km/hr zone, 50 km/hr over the speed limit. The officer stopped the car and charged the male with Stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act.

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On February 13th at approximately 3:50 p.m., a member of Kings District RCMP on Ridge Road, near Wolfville, spotted a car travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer activated the radar and measured the speed at 130 km/hr in an 80 km/hr zone, 50 km/hr over the speed limit. The officer stopped the car and charged the man with Stunting under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act.

The fine for stunting in Nova Scotia is $2,422.50.

2021-194149 – On February 12, at approximately 9:17 p.m., Kings District RCMP responded to a complaint of gunshots in the area North Alton. When police arrived, they determined the noise was the result of fireworks being used as part of a birthday celebration. Police were met by a 50-year- old man from Kentville, with serious injuries to his face caused by a firework. The man was transported by EHS to the hospital.

Kings District RCMP is reminding citizens to take safety precautions and follow directions closely before using fireworks. Improper handling of fireworks when consuming alcohol can be dangerous and cause significant injury and property damage. Anyone planning to set off fireworks should consider notifying their neighbors in advance as they have the potential to disturb the peace in residential areas. They can also be a violation of noise by-laws in many jurisdictions.

For more information on fireworks safety, including the handling, preparing or setting off of fireworks, visit: http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/explosives/fireworks/9905.

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2021-236173 – Update: The suspect in the investigation into counterfeit money used at a convenience store on Main St. in Kingston on February 22 has been identified. Further updates will be provided as warranted. Thank you to the public for their shares and retweets on social media.

Kings District RCMP is asking for public help to identify a suspect in a counterfeit money investigation.

On the morning of February 22, a man visited a convenience store on Main St. in Kingston and used a counterfeit $50 Canadian bill to make a purchase.

Surveillance video shows the suspect as a tall man, between 35 and 45 years old, with a long reddish brown beard and moustache wearing a black winter toque, a grey Adidas zippered sweater and a black shirt.

The bill has distinctive blue markings, which the suspect folded down as he passed the bill to the staff of the store. The serial number on the bill isLGQ03229158.

Kings District RCMP is reminding local merchants and their employees to examine and verify any currency that is given to them, and to report any suspicious bills to their local RCMP detachment. For more information on detecting counterfeit bills and what to do if you receive one, visit the Bank of Canada's webpage (https://www.bankofcanada.ca/banknotes/counterfeit-prevention) about counterfeit prevention.

Anyone with information, or who recognizes the man in the photo, is asked to contact the Kings District RCMP in Kingston at 902-765-3317. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca

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February 16th, 2021, Kings County, NS

With an ongoing focus and dedication to roadway safety Kings District RCMP had a productive week of enforcement the first week of February. Members from the Kings District RCMP along with Southwest Traffic Services - New Minas charged 113 people within the communities and roadways of Kings County. RCMP utilized several Provincial Acts and regulations while patrolling Kings County.

Southwest Traffic Services – New Minas wrote a total of 37 charges under Nova Scotia’s Motor Vehicle Act in Kings County. The following is the culmination of charges: 13 for using a cellphone or device while operating a motor vehicle on a highway, 14 speeding violations, and 2 failures to wear a seatbelt.

Kings District RCMP members wrote a total of 54 charges under Nova Scotia’s Motor Vehicle Act. The following is the culmination of charges: 17 speeding related offences, 2 fail to stop at a stop sign, 3 failures to wear a seatbelt, 3 driving without insurance, 2 driving while revoked, suspended or cancelled, 2 operating without a valid license, 9 registration and licence plate violations and 7 failures to obey a traffic sign. Kings District RCMP wrote 3 charges under the Vehicle Inspection Regulations, 3 under the Off

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Highway Vehicle Act, 9 Liquor Control Act charges for illegal possession of liquor and 2 littering charges under Nova Scotia’s Environmental Assessment Regulations.

Road safety is a priority for the RCMP and drivers are reminded to make it their priority as well. If you see someone driving unsafely on our roads, please report it by calling the RCMP at 1-800-803-RCMP (7267). If you believe it is an emergency, call 911.

2021-205859 – Two youth were in cells overnight after a vehicle that was stolen in Wilmot was driven off the road on Brooklyn Street in Auburn. Kings District RCMP were called to a single vehicle collision on February 15th just before 11pm. When police arrived on scene they located two male youth in the vehicle. The youth were arrested and taken to the Kingston RCMP office. The police investigation lead to a break and enter at an auto repair shop on Hwy 1 in Wilmot. Suspect(s) were able to obtain a key to the vehicle and drove away from the business. Some time later the vehicle was involved in the collision on Brooklyn St.

A 15-year-old male youth from Greenwood has been charged with break and enter and theft of a motor vehicle. The youth has been released from police custody and will attend Youth Justice Court in Kentville on April 22nd, 2021.

A 17-year-old male from Greenwood has been charged with break and enter, theft of motor vehicle, 3x fail to comply with condition on release order and failure to comply with sentence or disposition. The youth has been released on conditions and will appear in Youth Justice Court in Kentville February 25th, 2021.

Kings District RCMP as asking that anyone with information in relation to this incident to please call the Kingston RCMP at 902-765-3317 or Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or text TIP202 + your message to 'CRIMES' (274637) or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca. Calls to Crime Stoppers are not taped or traced

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and if police make an arrest and lay charges based on a tip, callers qualify for a cash award.

2021-210405 – Kings District RCMP is asking for public help to solve a break and enter to a convenience store on Commercial St. in Berwick.

At 1:45 a.m. on February 17th, Kingston RCMP responded to an alarm from the store. The suspect fled prior to police arrival, but can be seen on video gaining entry to the store by smashing the glass front door. The suspect is then seen jumping over the front counter, rummaging through a drawer, and using a garbage can and garbage bags to carry merchandise out of the store. The suspect stole a quantity of cigarettes.

After leaving the store, the suspect got into the passenger side of a blue Nissan or Mazda vehicle, leaving the area eastbound toward Waterville at a high speed.

The suspect was wearing a light coloured hoodie, darker coloured jacket with a white stripe down the arms, black underwear, sneakers and lighter coloured pants.

Anyone who has information on this incident is asked to contact Kings District RCMP in Kingston, 902-765-3317. Should you wish to remain anonymous, please 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.

2021-211102 - Kings District RCMP have charged a New Minas man after he was observed operating his vehicle with snow and ice on the front windshield. A Kings District RCMP member while on patrol on Commercial Street in New Minas observed a significant obstruction of ice and snow on the driver’s front windshield. The motorist was charged under the Motor Vehicle Act for driving motor vehicle with obstruction on windshield. The charge is Section 184(4) and carries a fine of $180.00.

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Kings District RCMP want to remind the public it is an offence under Nova Scotia’s Motor Vehicle Act to not properly clear your vehicle of ice and snow. This applies not only after a storm but every time you get into your vehicle to assure yourself and other motorists safety on the roads. As the driver of a vehicle it is your responsibility to clear lights, license, windshields and windows AND the top of your vehicle so that vehicles are as safe as they can be in winter conditions.

2021-244943, 2021-240694 – Kingston RCMP have charged a Wilmot man with weapons and drug offences following a disturbance.

On February 23rd at approximately 10:40 a.m., Kingston RCMP were contacted about a disturbance outside an organization on Main St. in Kingston. It was reported that a man had been yelling from inside a vehicle at two women who were standing outside. The man then fled the scene.

As a result of an investigation, police learned that the suspect had breached his undertaking and was arrestable. Police immediately began searching for the suspect.

On February 24th at approximately 8:03 a.m., an off duty member of Middleton Detachment spotted the suspect walking along Hwy. 1 in Wilmot. The officer reported this to dispatch and on-duty officers from Kingston Detachment immediately responded to the scene, where they arrested the accused without incident. The accused was found to be in possession of a pellet handgun, methamphetamine and counterfeit money.

A 37-year-old male, of Wilmot, was remanded to custody and will appear today in New Minas Provincial Court. Dorey is facing the following charges:

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 Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose  Possession of Counterfeit Money  Possession of Methamphetamine  Two counts of Failure to Comply with an Undertaking

The investigation is ongoing.

2021-237789 – A Waterville man has been charged with impaired driving after stopping to help a motorist who had put their vehicle into a ditch.

On February 22nd at 4:30 p.m., Kings District RCMP were conducting a check point on Maple Street near Berwick. An officer observed a vehicle turn around before the checkpoint. The officer pulled the vehicle over a short distance later. The motorist however underestimated the shoulder of the roadway causing the vehicle to slid into the ditch. A passing motorist stopped and offered to tow the vehicle out of the ditch. Police detected a smell of liquor of the breath of the motorist that had stopped. The motorist failed a roadside screening test and was arrested for impaired driving. The vehicle driver was then taken to the Kings District RCMP office in Kingston for further breath samples. The motorists breath samples were 220 and 210 mg%.

The vehicle driver was later released and is scheduled to appear in Kentville Provincial Court on May 5th, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. The accused, a 51- year-old man from Waterville, is facing charges of Impaired Operation of a Conveyance and Operating a Conveyance While Over 80 mg%.

2021-183349, 2021-212582, 2021-222786, 2021-245866 – Kings District RCMP have arrested and charged a person believed to be responsible for

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numerous thefts at New Minas businesses.

On February 10th and February 17th, police responded to two separate shoplifting incidents at the same business. A welder was stolen in each incident. On February 19th, police responded to a third theft at a second business where a substantial amount of tools were stolen. Video surveillance from the stores showed the same suspect leaving the stores without paying. The suspect was driving a white Chevrolet Impala.

On February 24th, another theft occurred at the second business and a substantial amount of tools were stolen. A store employee obtained photos of the white Chevrolet Impala’s licence plate and police began searching for the vehicle. At approximately 2 p.m., police located the suspect vehicle which fled at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was located a short time later abandoned on Old Cemetery Rd. A male suspect was located a short distance from the vehicle on Hwy 101. He was arrested without incident.

A 57-year-old male, of Dartmouth, is charged with the following:

 Theft Under $5,000 x 5  Possession of Stolen Property x 2  Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

He is in custody for parole violation and will appear in Kentville Provincial Court on April 13th, 2021 at 9:30 a.m.

2021-257705 - At 5:24 p.m. on February 26th, Kings District RCMP responded to a multi-vehicle collision between Exits 10 and 11 on Highway 101. When police arrived at the scene, they determined that one vehicle pulled out to pass a transport truck, and struck two oncoming vehicles. The driver of one of the oncoming vehicles was transported to hospital with minor injuries, while the remaining vehicle occupants were treated at the scene and did not require hospitalization.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. Highway 101 was closed for approximately two hours and has since re-opened.

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2021-262957 - On February 27th at approximately 7:30 p.m., Kings District RCMP were called to a snowmobile trail near Aylesford Lake. The lone occupant had been driving a car and followed her vehicle’s GPS directions to turn off a road and onto the trail. After driving approximately 5 km down the trail, the car got stuck and the driver called 911.

Police located the driver inside the vehicle with no injuries. A tow company was contacted to remove the vehicle from the trail.

Kings District RCMP understands that it can be difficult to navigate unfamiliar routes and is reminding residents to use caution when following GPS instructions. It is also helpful to have a vehicle emergency kit in the event residents become stranded. For a list of what to include, see GetPrepared.ca’s list at https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/sfttps/tp201012-en.aspx.

2021-257040 - On February 27th, RCMP attended the Chain Lake Road area of East Dalhousie to investigate a call to multiple break and enters. Two addresses were identified as being broken into. The first residence appeared to have been entered through a door. The second residence a window had been smashed to allow entry to the inside. Police believe a chain saw may have been taken and that the suspects may have attempted to steal a vehicle parked inside the basement garage of the first residence. It appeared suspect(s) had gone through the residences leaving them disturbed as well as damaged in the process of gaining entry. Southwest Nova Forensic Identification Section is assisting with the investigation.

RCMP is offering some tips to keep seasonal homes free of thieves this winter:

 Remove all valuables from your cottage (including firearms);  Lock / secure all doors and windows;  Ensure all windows are covered by closing curtains or blinds;  Ensure all out buildings (e.g., garage or shed) are secured. Remove valuables;

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 Don't leave tools and items outside that could be used to break into your cottage. This includes ladders;  Ensure that your cottage is visited on a regular basis. Consider using a trail camera;  Ensure your property is well lit, with motion sensors and timers on lights;  Install an alarm system with a local contact person if you don't live nearby.

We encourage community members to call to report suspicious activity and help to reduce property crime. Taking note of details such as a vehicle description, a license plate number, or a description of a driver can be a big help and lead to the recovery of stolen property and charges against those responsible. Kings District RCMP are looking for information about these crimes and ask the public to contact New Minas RCMP at 902-679-5555 or Kingston at 902-765-3317. Should you wish 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.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this report or any other community matters, please feel free to contact the undersigned.

Sgt. Ryan Kelly Operations NCO Kings East District RCMP Telephone: 902-679-5555

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