News release
RCMP investigating shooting in Cherry Brook and vehicle fire in East Preston, appealing to public for information
September 3, 2025
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Cherry Brook, East Preston, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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The RCMP/HRP Integrated General Investigation Section is investigating a shooting in Cherry Brook and a vehicle fire in East Preston, and is appealing for information from the public.
On September 1, at approximately 3:38 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, with the assistance of Halifax Regional Police, responded to reports of shots fired on Cherry Brook Rd.
Through the investigation, officers located shell casings in the 100 block of Cherry Brook Rd., and learned two vehicles were involved: a black car and a brown or grey SUV. With the assistance of the RCMP Forensic Identification Section, Halifax Regional Police (HRP) Canine Unit and RCMP Remote Piloted Aerial System, evidence was identified and gathered.
At approximately 9:20 p.m., RCMP officers and fire services responded to a vehicle fire on Lake Eagle Dr. in East Preston. Officers learned the burnt vehicle was an SUV and believe this is the SUV that was involved in the shooting that occurred in Cherry Brook.
The investigations are ongoing.
Anyone with information about the incidents, or dashcam footage of Cherry Brook Rd. between the hours of 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. or Lake Eagle Dr. between the hours of 3:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., is asked to contact RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020. 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.
File # 25-126394, 25-126538