Annapolis District RCMP arrest two men for threats associated to courthouse

June 25, 2026 - Annapolis County, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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Annapolis District RCMP arrested two people related to threats to commit violence at a courthouse after previously seizing multiple firearms associated to an unrelated investigation. 

Over the course of an investigation that began on June 18, Annapolis District RCMP officers learned of threats made by two men to take firearms to a courthouse with an intention to cause violence. The comments were reportedly made in April and reported to police in June.

Officers were aware that a search warrant executed in May associated to an unrelated investigation resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms, ammunition, and other weapons from a residence associated to one of the men. There was no evidence that either person had obtained additional firearms following that seizure. 

On June 21, officers safely arrested the two men. 

Chanse Roger Durling, 41, of Middleton, is charged with Uttering Threats (five counts). He had a first court appearance on June 22 at Annapolis Royal Provincial Court and remains in custody. 

The second man was released by police on conditions pending a court appearance scheduled for July 13 at Annapolis Royal Provincial Court. 

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the Annapolis County District RCMP at 902-665-4481. 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 #: 2026-842379

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