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- calendar_today October 9, 2026
911 Call Triggers Police Response in Pleasant Valley
On the night of September 30, 2026, a 911 call from the Pleasant Valley area in Nova Scotia prompted a swift police response after dispatchers heard sounds of distress but no clear communication. The incident highlighted the importance of emergency dispatch and coordinated police response in rural communities.
Emergency Dispatchers Call Back During Assault
At approximately 10:20 p.m., RCMP in Halifax received a 911 call in which only yelling and the sounds of an altercation could be heard from the caller. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, dispatchers performed an emergency call back to the number. A woman answered, reporting that she had been assaulted by a man she knew. She further informed the authorities that the man had access to weapons and stated her intention to leave the property to ensure her safety.
Police Response and Public Safety Alert
RCMP officers were dispatched to the 7000 block of Highway 224, just north of Pleasant Valley, N.S. When they arrived, the woman had already left the property and was suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. She was promptly transported to hospital for medical treatment. Due to the nature of the incident and the potential involvement of weapons, residents in nearby homes were instructed to shelter in place as a public safety precaution.
Search Operation and RCMP Investigation
Following the initial police response, officers conducted an extensive search of the surrounding area, which included dense forest. They utilized canine services and a drone to try to locate the suspect. A search warrant executed at the home resulted in the discovery of a previously stolen vehicle, which had been reported missing from Sipekne’katik First Nation. In addition, RCMP located an airsoft pistol and rifle at the residence, further intensifying the rcmp investigation.
Charges Laid in Weapon Assault Case
As a result of the police investigation, Jordan Patrick Naugler, 27, was arrested and is facing several domestic assault charges. The charges include assault, two counts of assault with a weapon, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, two counts of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, three counts of failing to comply with a condition of release order, and possession of property obtained by crime. Naugler appeared in Dartmouth court and remains in custody pending further court dates.
Calls for Awareness on Intimate Partner Violence
In light of the incident, RCMP is urging anyone experiencing or at risk of intimate partner violence to reach out for help. Police emphasized the importance of reporting such cases to ensure the safety of victims and the broader community.
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Source: halifax.citynews.ca.
