News release
Police charge man in the homicide of Jayden Tynes
July 23, 2026
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Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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The RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit has charged a man in connection with the homicide of Jayden Anthony Tynes.
On November 2, 2025, at approximately 5 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment and EHS responded to a report of shots fired near the intersection of Cain St. and Clarence St. in North Preston.
Upon arrival, officers found 28-year-old Jayden Tynes suffering from gunshot wounds. He later succumbed to his injuries.
On July 22, investigators with the RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit arrested 29-year-old Daqronn Lamar Beals of Cole Harbour. He’s been charged with First Degree Murder.
Beals was remanded into custody and will appear in Dartmouth Provincial Court today.
“This arrest marks a significant step in our investigation and we hope it brings some measure of comfort to Jayden’s family, who have endured an unimaginable loss,” says Sgt. Shawn Stanton, RCMP/HRP Integrated Homicide Unit. “While charges have now been laid, the investigation remains ongoing, and we continue to seek details from anyone who may have knowledge of the circumstances surrounding Jayden’s homicide.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact the RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit at 902-490-5333. 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.
Jayden Tynes’ case is included in the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Reward for Major Unsolved Crimes Program. A reward of up to $150,000 is available for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the homicide of Jayden Tynes.
File #: 25-159152