News release
Public advisory: alert issued, Colchester County:
April 29, 2026
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Salmon River, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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Update: 7:15 a.m.: The alert has ended for Colchester county.
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Update: 6:41 a.m.: The alert has ended for Cumberland, Hants, and Pictou counties. It remains in place for Colchester county.
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Update: 3:50 a.m.: The male dressed in all black is in custody. RCMP officers are continuing to search for the second.
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PUBLIC ADVISORY – SHELTER IN PLACE: Two male suspects, armed with a handgun, are in the Ice Pond Drive area, Salmon River, Colchester County, Nova Scotia. RCMP officers are responding. Motorists are asked to avoid the area. Residents are asked to seek immediate shelter, close and lock all doors and windows, and not leave a secure location. The suspects were last seen on foot in the Ice Pond Drive area. One is wearing a dark grey hoodie, green or camouflage pants, and a white shirt. The other is dressed in all black. Do not provide a ride to anyone asking for one, do not pick up hitchhikers, and do not disclose police locations. Call 9‑1‑1 to report emergencies or tips. Updates will be posted to the RCMPNS website and official social media accounts. Alert imminent.