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Aug. 13, 2024, News Release - New Glasgow Regional Police respond to a male in distress with a possible firearm.

August 13, 2024
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

News Release

On Monday, August 12, 2024, at approximately 11:10 p.m., New Glasgow Regional Police responded to a male in distress with a possible firearm on Mitchell Street New Glasgow.
Officers immediately responded and arrested a 32-year-old male.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that prior to officers arrival a shot was fired inside the residence and hit a neighbouring residence. No one was hurt in the shooting.

The 32-year-old male from Pictou County was charged with;

  • Mischief
  • Weapons Dangerous
  • Breech of Probation
  • Discharge of a Firearm
  • Use of a Firearm in a Careless Manner
  • Possession of a Weapon Dangerous

The 32-year-old will be appearing in Provincial Court in Pictou today Tuesday August 13, 2024.

New Glasgow Regional Police continue to investigate.