Amherst Police Department - Amherst NS

10/09/2026

MEDIA RELEASE - Amherst Police Department - Amherst NS

2026-10-09

Arrest Made in Break, Enter and Theft

A 40-year-old male was arrested overnight in relation to a complaint from a local company regarding someone who had illegally accessed their property and stole a quantity of copper wire.

Police received the call from the company shortly after midnight and were able to provide video footage and Police were able to identify the suspect. He was located and arrested about 2 hours later when he was spotted by Police.

Sean Gale, aged 40 of East Amherst NS has been charged with
• Section 348(1)(a) Criminal Code - Break and Enter;
• Section 334(b) Criminal Code – Theft under $5000
• Section 351(1) Criminal Code – Possession of Break-in Tools

Gale has also been charged in relation to an incident that occurred on October 3rd, 2026, regarding counterfeit bills that were allegedly used at a local business. As a result, he has also been charged with:
• Section 450 Criminal Code – Possession of Counterfeit Money
• Section 452 Criminal Code – Uttering Counterfeit Money

Gale was held overnight and made an appearance in court on October 9th, 2026. He has been remanded intro custody and is scheduled to appear on November 9th, 2026, on this and other pending matters.

APD Media Contact:
Insp. Tom Wood
902-667-8600
[email protected]

https://amherst.ca/arrest-made-in-break-enter-and-theft.html

10/09/2026

Police are looking for assistance in identifying the people in the attached photos regarding an incident that occurred on September 6th 2026.

If you know who any of these people may be, please contact the Amherst Police Department at (902) 667-8600 - File number 2026-1412899

10/09/2026

Police are looking for assistance in identifying the person in the attached photo regarding an incident that occurred on September 23rd 2026 at approximately 6:00pm. If you know who this person may be, please contact the Amherst Police Department at (902) 667-8600 - File number 2026-1406085

10/08/2026

Amherst Police are responding to a complaint of a suspicious person in the Hickman Street area. The person was allegedly jumping out in front of traffic.

One person has been taken into custody and there is no evidence to suggest there is a risk to the public.

10/06/2026

On October 3, the Amherst Police Department hosted our first Regimental Dinner in 30 years.

The evening brought together first responders, justice officials, family members, community partners, and guests from across the Maritimes. We were honoured to welcome Nova Scotia Attorney General and Minister of Justice Scott Armstrong as our guest speaker.

The evening concluded with a special presentation recognizing Chief Dwayne Pike for 30 years of exemplary service.
An event like this would not have been possible without the generous support of our community. The Amherst Police Department would like to sincerely thank the sponsors who helped make the evening a success:
Maritime Pride Eggs, Amherst Chrysler, Canadian Tire, Tantramar Chevrolet, Atlantic Police Association, GardaWorld, Kim and Arlene Maddison, Robert and Angela Gregan, Kent Thompson, Amherst Tim Hortons, Jacob Melanson and Family, MD Charlton, Uniform Works, The Body Oasis, Town of Amherst, Lacey Fisher – RE/MAX, Coldstream Clear Distillery, Bridgestone, Ben Pitman, Clint MacNichol Photography, and Harrison’s Home Hardware.

To each of our sponsors, community partners, and everyone who joined us for the evening: thank you. Your support and generosity helped make the return of this longstanding tradition a memorable one. We are incredibly fortunate to serve a community that continues to support us and the work we do.

Thank you,
Amherst Police Department

10/05/2026

Our Department lost another legend in Sgt Tony Devine (retired). His impact on our department and our community is immeasurable. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

It is with sadness that the family of Madie Henry “Tony” Devine, age 82, of Amherst, N.S., announces his passing on October 2, 2026, at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre in Amherst.

In keeping with Tony’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service. Interment will take place at a later date.

https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/campbells/obituaries/madie-henry-tony-devine/167520.html

09/30/2026

Today, the Amherst Police Department recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

September 30 is a day to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, the Survivors who did, and the families and communities who continue to live with the lasting impacts of the residential school system.

Truth and reconciliation require more than acknowledgement. They require listening, learning, reflection, and an ongoing commitment to building relationships grounded in respect, dignity, and understanding.

As members of the policing community, we recognize that this work also requires reflection on the historical and ongoing experiences of Indigenous peoples within justice systems and a commitment to doing better in the relationships we build and the communities we serve.

Today, we encourage our community to take time to learn, listen to Indigenous voices, and reflect on the role each of us can play in reconciliation.

09/28/2026

Amherst Police are looking for the assistance of the Public in identifying this person in regard to incident that occurred on August 7, 2026. If you know who they are, please call Amherst Dispatch at (902) 667-8600 - File number 2026-1158024.

09/26/2026

At approximately 8:45 p.m. on September 21, East Hants District RCMP contacted CPS to assist with locating and arresting 43-year-old Craig Pike who had an active warrant for failing to comply with a release order (s. 145 CCC).

Due to the nature of the originating charges by Amherst Police Department, several units were quickly deployed including General Patrol, Tactical Response and Street Crime. With support from the Telecoms Unit, the offender was located by the responding units and tracked via eWatch and ALPR cameras.

At approximately 12:30 a.m., Pike was arrested without incident at a hotel in Brackley.

He was remanded into custody and transported to Nova Scotia by the RCMP.

File No. 2026-1397195

09/25/2026

A couple of our officers stopped by to help support the BBQ fundraiser for Special Olympics Amherst! HUGE thank you to Atlantic Superstore, Rick and his team for pulling this together - you have such a big heart! Rocky and Lola K9 never mind a good BBQ 😉🌭🍔

BBQ runs until 3:00pm - plenty of time to grab a snack and donate to these amazing Olympians!!!