Kings District RCMP has charged a man with additional firearms offences following the execution of a search warrant in Newtonville.
On April 19, RCMP officers responded to a report of unsecured firearms at a property on Jehill Davidson Rd. Upon arrival, officers also observed chemicals and materials consistent with the manufacturing of explosives at the scene. To ensure their safety and that of the public, the officers exited the residence, and the large rural property was secured.
A methodical search of the area began later that day. Investigators from the Kings District General Investigation Section were assisted by the RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit (EDU), the Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SCEU), Shelburne RCMP SCEU, Yarmouth RCMP SCEU, West Hants District RCMP, Annapolis County District RCMP, RCMP Federal Policing investigators, and RCMP Forensic Identification Services. Out of precaution, due to potentially volatile substances being stored at the scene, fire services were on standby.
During the search, RCMP officers seized three rifles, four shotguns, ammunition, and components that could be used to make explosives. Samples of the chemicals were seized for analysis before a third party contractor safely disposed of the substances.
The search of the property was concluded on April 23.
"At the scene, officers were faced with a complex situation involving unidentified chemicals that could be dangerous," says Supt. Jason Popik, District Policing Officer, Southwest Nova RCMP District. "However, with the assistance of specialized policing services and our interoperability with our partners, a safe and thorough search of the property was completed."
Shawn Bradley, 53, has been charged with:
- Possession of Explosive
- Careless Use of Firearm (7 counts)
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (7 counts)
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm (7 counts)
- Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited Weapon or Restricted Weapon (3 counts)
- Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (7 counts)
- Possession of Prohibited Device Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (3 counts)
- Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
Bradley was remanded into custody on April 22. He appeared in Windsor Provincial Court today and remains in custody.
The investigation led by the Kings District General Investigation Section is ongoing.
Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is asked to call Kings District RCMP at 902-542-3817. To remain anonymous, contact 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.
File #: 2025-514892
Note: The Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit is comprised of members of the Kings District RCMP and the Kentville Police Service.