28-year-old man identified as victim in North Preston shooting: Halifax police

Police in Halifax have identified the victim of a fatal shooting in the community of North Preston, and are asking for the public’s help with the investigation.

RCMP from the Halifax detachment were called just before 5 p.m. Sunday to reports of shots fired near the intersection of Cain and Clarence streets.

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“Upon arrival, officers found 28-year-old Jayden Tynes suffering from gunshot wounds. Tynes was transported to hospital by EHS where he later succumbed to his injuries,” RCMP said Monday.

The RCMP/Halifax Regional Police integrated major crime unit is leading the investigation, and is looking for any information or dashcam footage from the area between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Anyone with information can call 902-490-5333 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers.