Category: Canadian Mounted Police

July 27, 2026 – Antigonish, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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RCMP Northwest Traffic Services and RCMP Northeast Traffic Services have charged a motorcyclist following a crash in Antigonish. 

On July 22, at approximately 2:45 p.m., an RCMP Northeast Traffic Services officer observed a motorcycle travelling eastbound on Hwy. 4 near James St. The lone rider wasn’t wearing a helmet. When the officer attempted a traffic stop, the driver fled, travelling the wrong way on Hwy. 104. 

In the interest of public safety, the officer didn’t pursue the motorcycle. Information about the vehicle and its direction of travel was shared with officers in the area. 

A short time later, while entering Hwy. 104, the officer observed the same motorcycle approaching in the wrong direction. The driver then lost control and crashed on the roadway. The driver attempted to flee on foot but was safely arrested. He was transported to hospital for assessment, and the motorcycle was seized. 

Cole Sinclair, 19, from Addington Forks, has been charged with Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle and Flight from Police. He was also issued summary offence tickets for nine offences under the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act and Vehicle Inspection Regulations, including Driving Motorcycle with No Helmet, No Insurance, and Operating Vehicle with Improper Licence Class. 

Sinclair was released pending a first court appearance scheduled for September 16 at Antigonish Provincial Court.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving is asked to call 911 when it’s safe to do so.

The investigation is being supported by the Northwest Traffic Service and Antigonish County District RCMP.

File #: 2026-1044845

July 27, 2026 – Whitbourne, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Placentia-Whitbourne District RCMP is investigating a moose-vehicle collision that occurred overnight and resulted in the death of a 53-year-old driver.

Just before 2:45 a.m. on July 27, Placentia-Whitbourne RCMP responded to a collision on the Trans-Canada Highway involving a passenger vehicle and a moose. Members of the local fire department and Emergency Medical Services personnel also attended the scene.

The driver of the vehicle, a 53-year-old woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A Collision Reconstructionist with RCMP Traffic Services attended to assist with the investigation, and the highway was closed for several hours west of the Chapel Arm exit. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) has also been engaged.

The investigation is continuing.

RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador offers its sincere condolences to the friends, family and community of the deceased.

July 27, 2026 – Winnipeg, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP

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On July 22, at approximately 7:30 a.m., RCMP Traffic Services initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 south of Grosse Isle, in the RM of Rosser.

Following a conversation with the driver and passenger, RCMP believed the pair – who had been travelling overnight from Thompson to Winnipeg – were in possession of proceeds of crime and arrested them.

A large sum of cash was found in the male passenger’s pants pocket and in the female driver’s purse. In total, more than $10,000 cash was found and seized by RCMP.

Upon further investigation, RCMP determined the male suspect had given officers a name other than his own and that he was wanted on an unendorsed warrant of arrest for drug trafficking.

RCMP subsequently obtained a warrant to search the male suspect’s residence in Winnipeg. The warrant was executed a short time later by Traffic Services with the support of the Manitoba Integrated Law Enforcement Team’s northern unit (MILET North) and the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Once inside the residence, officers found and seized approximately one kilogram of methamphetamine, 700 suspected fentanyl pills, score sheets and other items.

Malcolm Lado, 23, of Winnipeg is charged with:

• Drug possession for the purpose of trafficking x2;
• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000;
• Resisting/obstructing a peace officer; and
• Failure to comply with a release order condition.

A 24-year-old female, from Winnipeg, faces a charge of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. She was released on a notice to appear in court in November. 

The investigation continues.

July 27, 2026 – Merritt, British Columbia
From: BC Highway Patrol

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A man who claimed to be on a test-drive has had his prospective purchase impounded just east of Merritt, over 300 kilometres away from the dealership where he started.

On July 17, 2026, at 6:15 p.m., on Highway 97C near Elkhart, BC, a grey Toyota sedan was stopped for excessive speed when a BC Highway Patrol laser showed a reading of 172 km/h in a 110 zone. 

“The driver told police that he and his girlfriend were on an overnight test-drive from Vancouver to Kelowna,” said Sergeant Michael McLaughlin with BC Highway Patrol. “The vehicle successfully demonstrated that it can speed and that it fits on the back of a tow truck.”

Regardless of the reason for the road trip, the 30-year-old Vancouver driver was issued the following:

• A ticket for excessive speed (over 60 km/h), section 148(1) of the BC Motor Vehicle Act, with a fine of $483;
• The cost of a tow truck (for the driver) and a seven-day impound (which is the responsibility of the Registered Owner),
• At least three years of high-risk driver premiums that will bring the total costs close to $2,500.

At the time of writing, BC Highway Patrol has no information on whether the test-driver actually purchased the Toyota.

July 27, 2026 – Clarenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Clarenville RCMP is investigating the theft of an older model inflatable vessel and trailer that occurred in Charleston sometime between June and early July 2026. Anyone with information is being asked to contact police. 

On July 8, Clarenville-Bonavista District RCMP received a report that an Dunlop inflatable vessel and a 2002 Remeq boat trailer were stolen from a cabin property on the main road in Charleston. It is believed that the theft occurred sometime between June 1 and July 8, 2026.

The boat is 14-foot long and orange in colour, and did not have a boat motor attached at the time of the theft. The trailer has a licence plate attached — Newfoundland and Labrador licence plate TWM026.

Pictures of the boat and trailer are attached.

The investigation is continuing.

Anyone having information about the person or people responsible for this theft or the current location of the stolen property is asked to contact Clarenville RCMP at 709-466-3211.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app.

July 27, 2026 – Upper Big Tracadie, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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The Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit (SWN MCU) continues to investigate a homicide and several fires believed to be linked, and is seeking information from the public about a vehicle of interest. 

On May 31, at approximately 8:25 p.m., Antigonish County District RCMP responded to a report of a residential fire in the 0-1000-block of Hwy. 16 in Upper Big Tracadie. After the fire was extinguished, officers found a deceased man on the property. On June 2, the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service determined the manner of death to be homicide. 

The homicide investigation remains ongoing and SWN MCU has executed several search warrants since May 31. Investigators from Forensic Identification Services have seized and examined evidence, much of which has been submitted to forensic labs for further testing. Officers have done an extensive canvas for relevant video and are reviewing many hours of footage submitted by the public. SWN MCU is continuing to follow up on leads, review information received from the public, and process evidence. 

At this point in the investigation, officers are asking for the public’s help in obtaining additional video surveillance, dash camera footage, or witness information related to a silver Hyundai Accent. The car was observed travelling at high rates of speed in and around the Tower Rd. area of Mulgrave between 8:50 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. on May 31.

Investigators are particularly interested in obtaining descriptions of the Accent’s occupants and would like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed it in the area. 

Anyone with information, including relevant video footage, is asked to contact the RCMP Southwest Nova Major Crime Unit at 902-365-3120. 

File #: 2026-742571

July 27, 2026 – Springhill, Nova Scotia
From: Nova Scotia RCMP

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Cumberland County District RCMP is seeking information on the whereabouts of Logan William Skidmore, currently wanted on a province-wide arrest warrant. 

Skidmore, 28, of Springhill, is charged with Assault and Assault with a Weapon. 

He is described as 5-foot-10 and 160 pounds with dark brown hair and brown eyes. 

Police have made attempts to locate Skidmore and are requesting assistance from the public. 

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Logan Skidmore is asked to call Cumberland County District RCMP at 902-597-3779 or local police. 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. 

File #: 2026-932111