The RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit with assistance from the Victoria County District RCMP is now investigating the death of a 77-year-old New Haven man as a homicide. RCMP members have arrested a suspect who remains in custody.
At approximately 9:05 p.m. yesterday evening, Ingonish Beach RCMP responded to a report of a sudden death at a residence on New Haven Rd. in New Haven. The RCMP are currently investigating the death as a homicide and arrested a suspect earlier this afternoon.
The investigation is continuing and charges are anticipated. Further information will be released as it becomes available.
The investigation is being supported by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner's Office, RCMP Forensic Identification Services and Victoria County District RCMP. The Northeast Nova Major Crime Unit is asking anyone who has information about this incident to contact them at 902-896-5060. Should you wish 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.
Our thoughts are with the victim's family at this difficult time.
File #: 2021-1296208