News release
Investigation into collision involving RCMP vehicle and SUV
October 15, 2026
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West Northfield, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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The Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating a collision involving an RCMP vehicle and an SUV that occurred in West Northfield.
On October 14, at approximately 1:05 p.m., Lunenburg District RCMP, EHS, and fire services responded to a report of a collision on Hwy. 10. Officers learned that an unmarked RCMP pickup truck and a Hyundai Sante Fe had collided head-on.
The driver of the Santa Fe, a 64-year-old man from Nictaux Falls, and two passengers, a 77-year-old woman from Nictaux Falls and a youth from Lunenburg, were transported to hospital by EHS with what were believed to be serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The RCMP officer, who was the sole occupant of the police vehicle, was also transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The roadway was closed for several hours while an RCMP collision reconstructionist examined the scene.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage of the area at the time of the incident is asked to contact Lunenburg District RCMP at 902-634-8674. 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 #: 2026-1517289