Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia

Amherst Police Department. amherst NS

[New Glasgow Police @NGRegPolice]

March 15 , 2026 9:58pm

Public Advisory-Police Presence

New Glasgow Police, emergency services on scene -due to an investigation

Glasgow St from Maclean to Stewart St is closed to traffic

No threat to Public Safety.

More info will be released as the investigation continues

[Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia @AmherstPD]

Amherst Police are assisting RCMP in the area of West Victoria Street in an ongoing operation. There is no anticipated risk to the public at this time. Please avoid the area as police deal with the situation.

[Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia @AmherstPD]

We are experiencing difficulties with with our phone lines. Please call 902 694-8600 should you require police or 911 for emergencies. We are hoping to have the issues resolved shortly.

[Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia @AmherstPD]

TRAFFIC ADVISORY - West Victoria St will be temporarily shut down from Liberty Lane to Mill St due to a traffic accident. Hickman Street will be closed at the Anson Ave intersection to West Victoria St Please avoid this area until further notice

[Charlottetown Police Service @ChtownPolice]

Female charged with Fentanyl drug offence. Second time this month. She's been remanded in custody: https://t.co/DqiSSZrftT

[TownofAmherstNS @TownofAmherstNS]

A 30-year-old male has been taken into custody in regards to break and enters that occurred on November 12th, 2024 in the Queen Street/Albion Street Area.
Read the full release here: https://t.co/NwqvmV3TlY

[Halifax_Police @HfxRegPolice]

Halifax Regional Police is standing with the Toronto Police Service after one of their members was injured in a shooting yesterday. Officers put their own personal safety at risk every day to protect the public and our hearts hurt to learn of incidents like this. Sending our best wishes for the officer’s recovery.@TorontoPolice

[Charlottetown Police Service @ChtownPolice]

Charlottetown Police Services currently investigating fatal collision between tour bus and pedestrian at the intersection of Prince and Grafton Streets: https://t.co/vQDCO0TR3G

[TownofAmherstNS @TownofAmherstNS]

Three members of our Amherst Fire Department are celebrating a number of outstanding accomplishments, all related to their service at the local, provincial, and national levels.
https://t.co/4uZb2t3JTC

[RCMP Nova Scotia @RCMPNS]

RCMP officers are executing search warrants on Hwy. 204 in #Birchwood and on Hansford Rd. in #Hansford. No risk to public safety at this time. Expect an increased police presence and short-term road closures. Avoid both areas.

[RCMP Nova Scotia @RCMPNS]

The RCMP Provincial Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit has charged a man in #Amherst for sexual offences against a child: https://t.co/RXHm0O5JB3

[RCMP Nova Scotia @RCMPNS]

In recent months, the Nova Scotia RCMP has observed an increase in reports of money-motivated sextortion, specifically targeting males between the ages of 12 and 20: https://t.co/p4BIp00xj1

[TownofAmherstNS @TownofAmherstNS]

Media Release
2024-04-06
Crystal Methamphetamine/Cocaine Seizure and Applicable Charges

[Halifax Fire @hfxfire]

We are deeply saddened by the loss of a remarkable fire chief, who served to protect others. His dedication to public safety shone brightly during his tenure in Halifax, then as Fire Chief for the City of Calgary president of CAFC. We send our condolences to his family & friends.

[NS LETR @NSLETR]

So incredibly proud of Cst. Michelle Harrison @NSLETR @LETRforSO @AmherstPD for being our 2023 LETR Award recipient at this year’s Inspired Gala @SpecialONS @SpecialONSGala @SpecialOCanada. Congratulations Michelle 👏

[RCMP Nova Scotia @RCMPNS]

Cumberland County District RCMP is warning the public of the dangers associated with illicit drug use following two suspected overdoses this morning in Cumberland County. https://t.co/8DxWk6n0X3

[Halifax_Police @HfxRegPolice]

1) Police are advising citizens of a scam occurring in our region. Be suspicious if someone texts you pretending to be a loved one who has a new phone number and asks you for money to pay bills. https://t.co/ZIbo9DGQXk

[Dan Kinsella @DanielJKinsella]

Excellent work by our teams - QRU, LEU, ERT & everyone who supported - seizing a range of incredibly dangerous products and stopping further harm these could have caused. Well done. #ProudChief

[Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia @AmherstPD]

Amherst Police are executing a search warrant at a residence on Croft Street. There is no anticipated risk to the public at this time.

[Amherst Police Dept Nova Scotia @AmherstPD]

Congrats to Sgt Kevin Girouard on receiving his Provincial 15 Year Long Service Medal.