**** RCMP Media Release
RCMP investigate suspicious death in Pictou
The RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit with assistance from the Pictou County District RCMP Detachment are investigating a suspicious death.
At approximately 9:55 p.m. Friday, June 3, Pictou County District RCMP responded to a report of a collision involving a pick-up truck and a pedestrian at an intersection on Denoon St. in Pictou. A 56-year-old Pictou man was pronounced deceased at the scene. A 40-year-old Pictou man was arrested at the scene and remains in custody.
The investigation is ongoing. Further information may be provided as it becomes available.
The investigation is being supported by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Office, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, RCMP Collision Analyst and Reconstructionist and Pictou County District RCMP. The Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit is asking anyone who has information about this incident to contact them at 902-485-4333. Should you wish 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.
