RCMP Charge Two Men After Firearms Search in Bible Hill

Community Safety Alert for Bible Hill and Colchester County

On May 5, officers from the Colchester County District RCMP responded to an assault report at a home in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia, where a woman was allegedly assaulted and threatened with a firearm. This incident led investigators to obtain a search warrant as part of the ongoing assault investigation.

On May 6, the RCMP Colchester Community Action Team, supported by the Colchester County District RCMP and the RCMP Emergency Response Team, carried out a search warrant at a residence on Vimy Rd. in Bible Hill. Six individuals were arrested at the property without injury. Following the search, two men were formally charged, while four other people were released without charges.

Official RCMP Incident Details

During the execution of the May 6 search warrant on Vimy Rd., RCMP officers located and seized several weapons and related items as part of the investigation connected to the reported assault and firearm threat.

Items Seized by RCMP

• Four firearms
• One pellet gun
• Ammunition
• Cell phones

Charges Against Tyler Blair Blenkhorn (29, Bible Hill)

Tyler Blair Blenkhorn, a 29-year-old man from Bible Hill, has been charged in connection with the incident, including alleged threats and weapons-related offences, along with a drug trafficking charge.

• Uttering threats
• Assault with a weapon
• Pointing a firearm
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
• Failing to comply with a release order

Blenkhorn has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to reappear in Truro Provincial Court on May 12.

Charges Against Aaron Keith MacKenzie (53, Wentworth)

Aaron Keith MacKenzie, a 53-year-old man from Wentworth, Nova Scotia, was also charged in relation to this investigation.

• Two counts of failing to comply with a release order

MacKenzie has been remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in court on May 21.

The remaining four individuals arrested at the Vimy Rd. residence were released without charge. The RCMP Colchester Community Action Team continues to lead the investigation, supported by the Colchester County District RCMP General Investigation Section. For residents who wish to compare local trends with other areas, CrimeCanada also maintains community safety data for smaller jurisdictions such as Boston Bar 1A crime statistics and safety data, helping Canadians understand broader patterns of crime and enforcement.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From a CrimeCanada.ca perspective, this case highlights the serious public safety risk posed when firearms, violence, and suspected drug trafficking intersect in residential neighbourhoods like Bible Hill. Incidents that begin as domestic or interpersonal violence can quickly escalate when weapons are present, placing not only the alleged victim but also nearby residents and responding officers at risk.

For community members in Nova Scotia, it is important to report any suspected gun activity, threats, or drug trafficking to police as early as possible. Early reporting can help officers intervene before violence escalates. Whenever you witness behaviour that suggests someone is breaching release conditions, storing weapons unsafely, or using firearms to intimidate others, contact your nearest RCMP detachment or local police service right away. Anonymous tips can make a real difference—across Canada, and even in smaller communities similar to those covered in resources like the Hamilton Creek 2 crime and safety overview, community vigilance is a key part of preventing serious harm.

In situations where weapons may be involved, do not approach or intervene directly. Move to a safe location, keep detailed notes about what you observed (time, place, people, vehicles), and provide that information to police. If there is an immediate threat to life or safety, call emergency services without delay.

How to Report Information or Suspicious Activity

Nova Scotians are encouraged by police to report crime, suspicious behaviour, or information related to firearms, violence, or drug trafficking to their nearest RCMP detachment or local police service. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers in any of the following ways:

• Call toll-free: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Submit a secure web tip: www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
• Use the P3 Tips mobile app

RCMP File Number: 2026-597136

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.