**** RCMP Media Release
RCMP arrests four people in relation to shots fired
(photo via Tereza Son)
RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment has arrested four people following shots fired in Upper Musquodoboit.
On February 1, at approximately 7:25 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, assisted by RCMP Southeast Traffic Services, Colchester County District RCMP and the RCMP’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) responded to a report of multiple shots fired near the 8800 block of Hwy. 224.
At the scene, RCMP officers observed two vehicles leaving the residence where the incident occurred and completed traffic stops. Both drivers, one of whom exhibited signs of impairment, and two passengers were safely arrested.
ERT then cleared the residence to ensure the safety of area residents and confirm no casualties inside the home. No injuries were reported.
The information and evidence gathered indicates that multiple firearms were shot outside the residence. It was determined that the shots were not targeted towards people.
The following day, investigators executed a search warrant at the property. They seized ammunition, empty casings and nine firearms.
Benjamin Henry Oakley, 29, from Upper Musquodoboit, has been charged with:
- Refusal to Comply with a Demand
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (nine counts)
- Contravention of Storage Regulations (nine counts)
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (nine counts)
- Discharging a Firearm – Recklessness
Oakley was remanded into custody and will appear in Dartmouth Provincial Court later today.
The three other individuals, aged 26, 25 and 39, from Upper and Middle Musquodoboit, were later released on conditions. They will appear in court at a later date to face firearms offences.
During the dynamic response to the shots fired report, an RCMP officer lost two carbine magazines. They were later recovered, one of which crushed on the roadway; ten 5.56 mm rounds are currently unaccounted for.
