David James Bishop wanted on province-wide arrest warrant

July 29, 2026 - Melvern Square, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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Kings District RCMP is seeking information on the whereabouts of David James Bishop, who’s currently wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant.  

Bishop, 44, of Melvern Square, is facing charges of:

• Endanger the Life of Any Person (three counts)
• Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm (two counts)
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (two counts)
• Possess Firearm While Prohibited
• Possess Prohibited Weapon
• Using Firearm in Commission of Offence
• Careless Use of a Firearm
• Without Lawful Excuse, Point a Firearm
• Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition (two counts)
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (two counts)
• Possession of Firearm Knowing Possession is Unauthorized (two counts)
• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle (two counts)
• Uses Violence to a Person or that Person’s Property
• Mischief That Causes Actual Danger to Life
• Failing to Comply with Condition of Undertaking

He’s described as 6-foot-1, over 300 pounds, with a shaved head and blue eyes.  He has several tattoos.  Bishop was last seen driving a blue Harley Davidson motorcycle with raised handlebars.  

Police have made several attempts to locate Bishop and are requesting assistance from the public.  

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of David James Bishop is asked to call Kings District RCMP at 902-679-5555 or their local police.  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 #: 2026-934406

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