RCMP release:
Digby RCMP Detachment has charged a man with firearms offences following an assault at a home in Brighton.
On February 5, at approximately 8:55 p.m., Digby RCMP responded to a report of an assault involving a man with a firearm at a residence in the 8800 block of Hwy. 101.
Upon arrival, officers ensured the safety of those inside the home.
Given that the man had fled the location on foot and was believed to be armed, the Nova Scotia RCMP Critical Incident Program – including Police Dog Services and the Emergency Response Team – was deployed to search the area.
In the interest of public safety, an Alert Ready emergency alert was issued to Digby, Annapolis and Yarmouth counties.
As part of the investigation, with support from Annapolis District RCMP, officers learned the man had been driven to an address in Seabrook.
Officers attended the Seabrook address, where the man was safely arrested. No firearm was located; the investigation into its whereabouts remains active.
Chandler James Gidney, 26, of Brighton, has been charged with:
- Pointing a Firearm (two counts)
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Uttering Threats to Cause Death
- Assault With a Weapon
- Assault with Choking
- Fail to Comply with Release Order (three counts)
Gidney is due in Digby Provincial Court on February 6.
The investigation is ongoing.
