Fraudulent fundraising, accidents, and fruit stand heists

By Heather Killen

Spectator

NovaNewsNow.com

Police wish to advise the public that in recent days a young woman has been canvassing the area on the pretense of raising money for the Cancer Society and the IWK. While the matter remains under investigation, police remind the public that charities provide identification for their canvassers.

If anyone is suspicious of someone claiming to represent a charity, it’s advised to contact the charity and confirm its representatives are canvassing in the area.

The Annapolis RCMP responded to 106 calls for assistance between August 24 and August 31. Among these were 11 false 911s; seven false alarms; seven traffic accidents; and four domestic matters. Following are highlights of these calls: (Note: Due to the sensitive nature of cases concerning sexual assault, children’s welfare and mental health issues, not all calls are considered appropriate for publication) -August 24 at 7:08 p.m. Police received a report of mischief in Deep Brook. -August 25 at 5:32 p.m. A caller reported that two green 10-foot farm gates were stolen from Moiscelle sometime between July 19 and August 25. Anyone with information concerning this incident should contact Const. Barbour at the Bridgetown office 665-4481. -August 25 at 1:08 a.m. Police received a report that youth had thrown a rock through a window of a Bridgetown commercial property. -August 25 at 10:36 p.m. Lawrencetown. Police were called to investigate a case of public mischief after a man contacted police and falsely claimed to be assaulted. -August 25 at 11:32 p.m. Police received multiple reports that youth were running through Bridgetown and yelling obscenities. Police determined the youth were playing tag. -August 26 at 00:57 a.m. Police were called to Graywood after a caller reported that a man had been assaulted and was lying on the road. Police determined that the assault was unfounded. -August 26 at 11:49 a.m. Wilmot. A caller reported that a motor vehicle accident had occurred after a motorcycle driver lost control and slid. Minor injuries were reported. -August 26 at 11:48 a.m. Police were called to Centerlea after a female damaged a vehicle’s doors, -August 26 at 12:14 p.m. An individual turned over found property at the Cornwallis Community Police office. -August 26 5:04 p.m. Police were called to a vehicle fire on the Highway 101 near Middleton. The vehicle lost power and flames came out from under the hood. No injuries were reported. -August 26 at 5:24 p.m. A caller reported that youth were climbing on the fire escape of a Bridgetown commercial property. -August 27 at 2:46 p.m. A caller reported receiving a bad cheque in Lequille. -August 27 at 2:27 p.m. Police were called to a hit-and-run accident at a Middleton parking lot. -August 27 at 4:58 p.m. A caller reported that an intoxicated male was trying to start fights in Wilmot. A patrol was made but failed to locate the individual. -August 27 at 6:16 p.m. The complaint of an unwanted guest uttering threats resulted in the arrest of an individual who was in breach of conditions. -August 27 at 6:18 p.m. Police were called to a traffic accident on the Highway 101 near Brickton after a driver over-corrected and flipped the vehicle. -August 27 at 8:19 p.m. Police were called to a traffic accident in Clarence after a vehicle struck a hay wagon. -August 27 at 10:09 p.m. A caller reported a noise complaint in Tupperville after a hovercraft was trying to chase ducks into a net. Police determined that a conservation group was banding ducks. They had the proper permits. -August 27 at 10:27 p.m. A caller reported shoplifting in Middleton. -August 28 at 1:06 p.m. A caller reported a complaint of theft under $5,000 in Bridgetown after a debit card was stolen and money was removed from an account. Police located the offender and processed the matter. -August 28 at 3:09 p.m. A Middleton caller reported a possible fraud after a young female claimed to be canvassing for the Cancer Society and the IWK. The woman refused to issue receipts. Police received multiple calls on this matter. -August 28 at 5:38 A caller reported a theft from a Lawrencetown area roadside produce stand. -August 28 at 6:29 p.m. Police were called to an assault with a weapon in Clementsvale between parties known to each other. -August 28 at 67:16 p.m. Police received more calls concerning a suspicious female who was canvassing for charities. -Augus 29 at 00:27 a.m. Police were called to Kejimkujik National Park to investigate a disturbance and possible assault. -August 29 at 3 p.m. A caller reported shoplifting in Middleton. -August 29 at 6:17 p.m. Highway 101 near Brickton. Police were called to a single vehicle rollover after a truck hydroplaned. No major injuries were reported. -August 30 at 4:30 p.m. Police received a complaint of threats in Middleton. -August 31 at 1:04 a.m. Police received more reports that youth were making a disturbance in Bridgetown.

Crimes, or information on crimes may be reported to Annapolis RCMP at 665-4481 in Bridgetown or 825-2000 in Middleton. Information on crimes may alswo be reported to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). In an emergency call 911.