RCMP release:

Kings District RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence and recovered stolen property as part of a property crime investigation.

On March 16, Kings District RCMP received a report that a wallet had been stolen from an unlocked vehicle in Canaan. Investigators learned that bank cards from the wallet had been used at several businesses in the area.

Based on video surveillance from area businesses, officers identified a suspect and vehicle associated to the fraudulent use of bank cards.

On March 19, officers executed a search warrant at a residence in New Minas and seized numerous items that will advance the investigation. Among the evidence seized are other items previously reported stolen. The property recovered has been accounted for by the rightful owners, and police are looking forward to ensuring that stolen items are returned.

A 37-year-old New Minas man was arrested for property crime offences and released by police pending a first court appearance. The investigation is ongoing and officers are continuing attempts to identify other people involved.

S/Sgt. Dan Archibald, Kings District RCMP Operations NCO, says that property crime investigations are a priority for police in the county.

“Reports from the public allowed us to gather the evidence needed for a search warrant for this investigation,” says S/Sgt. Archibald. “When we know where and when property crime offences and suspicious activities are taking place, that knowledge allows us to do proactive patrols, target investigations, and sometimes return recovered property to its owners.”

Anyone with information that will support this investigation or about other criminal activity in their community is encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police. Contact information for RCMP in Nova Scotia is available here. 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.