News release
Update: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment arrests three youths, seize firearm after home invasion in Lower Sackville
September 23, 2025
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Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment has arrested three youths and seized a firearm and sensory irritant after executing a search warrant in relation to a home invasion on September 21 on Hillside Dr. in Lower Sackville.
On September 20, at approximately 11:53 p.m., officers responded to a report of a disturbance at a home where several youth victims had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation revealed four masked youth entered the residence, discharged a pellet gun and assaulted one occupant.
Four persons of interest were quickly identified based on information gathered at the scene. Two of the youths were safely arrested at a residence on Alder Cres. They have since been released on conditions and are scheduled to appear in Halifax Youth Justice Court at a later date.
On September 21, at approximately 10:00 a.m., RCMP officers executed a search warrant on Alder Cres. where a pellet gun and cans of sensory irritant were seized. At approximately 10:50 p.m., a third youth was safely arrested on Kaye St. He has been released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in Halifax Youth Justice Court at a later date.
The youths are facing charges of Break and Enter, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, Assault with a Weapon, Disguise with Intent and Mischief. One is also facing a charge of Fail to Comply with Condition of Undertaking.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this incident 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 #: 25-136743