**** RCMP Media Release
RCMP seek information about a suspicious incident in St. Croix
West Hants District RCMP is looking for information in relation to a suspicious incident of men approaching children in St. Croix.
On April 30, at approximately 8 p.m., West Hants District RCMP responded to a report of two men in a black SUV approaching two children riding their bikes in St. Croix.
The SUV first approached the two children on Sylvia Dr., when one of the occupants yelled at the children about riding their bikes on the wrong side of the road. The children continued on their bikes to Hartville Rd. The SUV approached the children again, and the man in the passenger seat offered them candy.
The children fled on their bikes to a neighbouring home, and the SUV drove off towards Ellershouse Bridge on Hwy. 1. No one was injured in the incident, which occurred at about 7:30 p.m.
The passenger is described as a white male with grey hair and beard, wearing an Xbox ball cap, sunglasses and a long-sleeve grey shirt.
The driver is described as a black male, wearing sunglasses.
Extensive patrols have been made in the area; however, officers were unable to locate the men.
On May 1, West Hants RCMP responded to a second report of a similar unrelated incident. Upon further investigation, officers determined this incident was a misunderstanding and not criminal.
The investigation into the April 30 incident is ongoing. West Hants District RCMP would like to speak to the persons of interest regarding the circumstances of both interactions.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact West Hants RCMP at 902-798-2207. 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.
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Police charge a man following robberies
West Hants District RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU) has charged a man following robberies at gas stations in Upper Tantallon and Garlands Crossing.
On April 10, at approximately 11:55 p.m., West Hants District RCMP received a report of a robbery at a gas station on Hwy. 1 in Garlands Crossing. RCMP officers learned that a man entered the business stated that it was a robbery, demanded money and cigarettes, then fled on foot.
On April 13, at approximately 8:50 p.m., RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment responded to a report of a robbery at a gas station on French Village Station Rd in Upper Tantallon. RCMP officers learned that a man entered the business threw a bag on the counter and demanded it be filled with cash and cigarettes. The man then fled in a Toyota Yaris waiting nearby with $1,200 cash and cigarettes.
With the information and evidence gathered, investigators identified a man believed to be involved in the incidents.
On April 24, West Hants RCMP SCEU observed a vehicle driven by the suspect and requested the assistance from the Kentville Police Service. Officers attempted a traffic stop near Middle Dyke Rd., in North Kentville, but the driver of the vehicle refused to stop and fled from police.
On April 30, 2024, West Hants RCMP SCEU, with assistance from the RCMP Emergency Response Team, the General Investigation Section (GIS) of the HRP/RCMP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division, Kings District SCEU, West Hants District RCMP GIS and West Hants District RCMP, executed a search warrant at a home on Riverview Rd. in Hantsport.
At the residence officers safely arrested a 43-year-old Hantsport man and a 34-year-old Halifax woman. A search followed during which officers located and seized a rifle, a cell phone and a cannister of sensory irritant.
Eric Arnold Hubley, 43, has been charged with:
- Robbery (two counts)
- Disguise with Intent to Commit an Offence (two counts)
- Theft (three counts)
- Flight from Peace Officer
- Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
- Operation While Prohibited
Hubley was held in custody and appeared in Kentville Provincial Court where he was remanded. He will return in court on May 6, 2024, at 9:30 a.m.
The 34-year-old woman was held in custody for an outstanding warrant of arrest. She was later released on conditions by the court.
