Five Youth Charged With Multiple Serious Offences in New Glasgow.

New Glasgow Police arrest five youth involved in Robbery and Harassment, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia.

On Sunday, April 26, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m., New Glasgow Regional Police responded to a report of harassment involving five youths targeting three other youths at the Tim Hortons/Wendy’s location on Westville Road, New Glasgow.

Prior to police arrival, with assistance of RCMP Police Dog Service and Stellarton Police Service, the five suspects fled the area on foot toward Highland Square Mall. Officers located four of the youths on Terra Nova Avenue, with the fifth located a short time later on Park Street.

Preliminary investigation indicates the five masked youths followed the victims from Lawrence Boulevard in Stellarton to the Westville Road restaurant. Once inside, the suspects threatened the victims and stole an item of clothing.
The five youth have been charged with

Robbery
Uttering Threats
Wearing a Disguise with intent to Commit a Criminal Offense
Criminal Harassment

Three were held in custody to appear in court and two have been released following a court appearance.

The New Glasgow Police is seeking the public’s assistance if they have witnessed any of these five youth involved to call New Glasgow Regional Police at 902-752-1941. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

Source: NGRP Release