Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Media advisory
January 13, 2026 – Clarksville, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP
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PUBLIC ADVISORY: A man with a firearm is travelling on Hwy. 236 now between Stanley and Clarksville. He’s driving a blue Honda Civic. RCMP officers responding.
Motorists: Avoid the area.
Residents: Seek immediate shelter or stay inside and close and lock doors and windows. Do not leave a secure location. Do not provide a ride to anyone asking for one. Do not pick up hitch hikers. Do not disclose police locations. Call 9-1-1 to report emergencies or tips.
Updates will be posted to RCMPNS website and social accounts.
Alert distributed to Hants and Colchester Counties.