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Man Killed in Downtown Amherst Shooting as Police Seek Suspects

Investigators request tips through Amherst Police or Crime Stoppers.

Overview

  • Officers found a man on Prince Arthur Street with a single gunshot wound, and he was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
  • Police say those responsible left the scene in a vehicle, and investigators are searching for them.
  • The department said it does not believe there is an additional risk to the public at this time.
  • The shooting happened near a shelter run by the Cumberland Homelessness and Housing Support Association, which said no staff or guests were involved.
  • The association said it is working with police and offering supports, and police asked anyone with information to contact local investigators or Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers.