Investigation
SiRT Investigating Police Involved Shooting
File Number: 2026-0102
Date Opened: 2026-07-09
Date Published: 2026-07-10
Province: Nova Scotia
Police Agency: RCMP
Status: Ongoing
Summary
The Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) is investigating a matter involving the discharge of a firearm by a member of the RCMP in Chelsea, Nova Scotia, that resulted in the death of an adult male.
On the morning of July 9, 2026 SiRT was contacted by the RCMP regarding a police involved shooting. SiRT immediately assumed responsibility for the investigation.
Preliminary information suggests the following:
- On the morning of July 9, 2026, members of the RCMP were responding to reports related to a man in possession of a gun in the Chelsea area.
- The adult male was located, and one officer discharged their firearm, striking the male.
- First aid was administered but the male was pronounced deceased at the scene.
As this is an active investigation SiRT will not be providing any further comment at this time.
Press Releases
UPDATE: SiRT Investigating Police Involved Shooting (2026-07-10)
SiRT Investigating Police Involved Shooting (2026-07-09)