News release
RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit arrests two adults in connection with death of child
May 21, 2026
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Eskasoni, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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The Nova Scotia RCMP’s Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit (NEN MCU) has arrested two adults in connection with the death of a child.
On August 5, 2024, Eskasoni RCMP Detachment responded to a report of a sudden death involving a child at a home in Eskasoni. The investigation was referred to the Northeast Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit, which assumed lead.
On May 20, following a complex and lengthy investigation, the NEN MCU arrested a 37-year old woman and a 42-year-old man, both from Eskasoni. They’re facing charges in relation to failing to provide the necessities of life and criminal negligence causing death.
The man and woman were released on conditions by the court. They’re scheduled to appear in Eskasoni Provincial Court on June 30.
The investigation was supported by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service and several RCMP units, including Forensic Identification Services, Digital Forensics Services, the Legal Applications Support Team, Eskasoni RCMP, and the Eskasoni General Investigation Section.
Our thoughts are with the child’s loved ones and the community of Eskasoni.
No further information will be released.
File #: 2024-1124526