RCMP calling death in Antigonish County ‘suspicious’

The RCMP logo is seen on a podium ahead of a news conference from June 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

By CityNews Halifax Staff

Posted Feb 5, 2024 08:25:19 AM.

Last Updated Feb 5, 2024 09:19:14 AM.

RCMP are investigating a suspicious death that occurred in Paq’tnkek First Nation in Antigonish County.

According to a news release, RCMP officers were called to the area around 3 a.m. on Sunday after reports of a sudden death at a home on Petow Loop Extension.

Mounties determined the death of the 40-year-old man was suspicious, and a 27-year-old man, who was known to the victim, was arrested.

Investigators do not believe it was a random act and they say there is no risk to the public.

The Northeast Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit is now investigating the case.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Northeast Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit at 902-896-5060. 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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