**** HRP Media Release
Police continue to investigate the homicide of Joseph Beals
Today marks the fourth anniversary of the homicide of Joseph Beals.
On February 20, 2021, at approximately 2:10 p.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to reports of a single vehicle crash into a utility pole at the intersection of Mount Edward Road and Cranberry Crescent in Dartmouth. The driver, Joseph Beals, had suffered gun shot wounds. He was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries where he died. The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy and ruled the death a homicide.
The Special Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division continues to investigate the case.
Investigators believe there are people who could help solve Joseph’s homicide. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 902-490-5020; even the smallest piece of information could progress the investigation.
Joseph’s case is part of the Nova Scotia Department of Justice Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program which offers cash rewards of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for specified major unsolved crimes. Callers must contact the Rewards Program at 1-888-710-9090 and provide their name and contact information. They may be called to testify in court. All calls will be recorded. The amount of the award will be based on the investigative value of the information provided.
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