News release
RCMP charge man after serious assault of a youth in Yarmouth
July 22, 2026
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Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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Yarmouth Town RCMP has charged a man in connection with a serious assault that occurred in Yarmouth.
On July 19, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Yarmouth Town RCMP and Yarmouth Rural RCMP responded to reports of an altercation on a trail near Clements Ave.
Officers learned that two youths were walking in the area when they were approached by a man. A verbal confrontation ensued and escalated into an assault on one of the youths.
The youth was transported to hospital by EHS with life-threatening injuries.
A 25-year-old man was arrested at the scene and transported to hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. He later assaulted police officers while in custody.
Jordan Scott Surette, of Yarmouth, has been charged with:
- Aggravated Assault
- Uttering Threats Against a Person
- Assaulting a Peace Officer (four counts)
- Mischief Under $5,000
Surette was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in Barrington Provincial Court on July 23.
Another man, Joel Thistle-Wallace, 19, was also on the trail and acting belligerent. He was arrested and has been charged with Failing to Comply with a Release Order.
Yarmouth Town RCMP is leading the ongoing investigation with support from Yarmouth Rural RCMP and RCMP Forensic Identification Services.
Anyone with information about the assault that may assist investigators is asked to contact Yarmouth Town RCMP at 902-742-8777. To remain anonymous, contact 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 #: 2026-1027737