RCMP investigate shots fired in Cole Harbour

RCMP in Cole Harbour investigating a shots fired call on Sunday January 5, 2025//The RCMP logo is seen on the shoulder of a superintendent during a news conference in St. John's, Saturday, June 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

By Dan Ahlstrand

Posted Jan 6, 2025 05:04:36 AM.

Last Updated Jan 6, 2025 05:04:40 AM.

RCMP continue to investigate a report of shots fired in Cole Harbour from Sunday.

Police have not released many details on the incident, only to say that a section of Amaranth Cres. was closed for a period yesterday, but it has since reopened.

Investigators did say that there were no injuries reported and that there was no threat to public safety.

Police are asking anyone with information on the incident to reach out to RCMP or

RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is investigating shots fired in the area around Amaranth Cres. in Cole Harbour. No injuries have been reported, and police do not believe that there is currently a public safety risk. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RCMP.  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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