Province-wide warrant issued for man accused of intimate partner violence

Andrew Baker / Nova Scotia RCMP

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted Nov 17, 2023 05:02:29 AM.

Last Updated Nov 17, 2023 05:02:33 AM.

RCMP say they are searching for a man connected to incidents of intimate partner violence that occurred in Digby on Wednesday.

A province-wide warrant has been issued for Alexander Andrew Baker, charged with seven counts of breaking conditions of a release order and other charges as well as uttering threats, assault with a weapon and other offensives.

Mounties say the 28-year-old is 6-feet tall, 160 pounds with brown hair and green eyes and may be residing in Digby.

Anyone who sees Alexander Baker, or who knows where he may be, is asked to call Digby RCMP at 902-245-2579. 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.

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