Community Alert: Ryan Cole Wanted on Nova Scotia Warrant

The East Hants District RCMP has issued a province-wide arrest warrant for Ryan Cole, a 36-year-old man from Lantz, Nova Scotia. Officers have conducted searches but have not yet been able to find him and are now appealing to the public for assistance.

Cole is wanted in connection with multiple alleged offences involving weapons, robbery, break and enter, and court-order violations. This warrant applies across Nova Scotia, and anyone who believes they have seen him is urged to contact police immediately and not approach him directly.

Official RCMP Details

According to the RCMP, Ryan Cole is currently facing the following charges:

• Assault with a weapon
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Break and enter
• Robbery
• Theft under $5,000
• Mischief under $5,000
• Refusal to comply with a demand
• Failure to comply with a probation order

Cole is described as:

• Age: 36
• Height: approximately 6 feet 2 inches
• Weight: approximately 165 pounds
• Hair: dark brown
• Eyes: hazel
• From: Lantz, Nova Scotia

The RCMP notes that officers have already taken steps to find Cole but have not located him. This is a province-wide warrant, meaning police across Nova Scotia may arrest him if found.

How the Community Can Help

CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to assist the East Hants District RCMP in locating Ryan Cole. If you have any information about his current location, or if you believe you have recently seen him, contact police as soon as possible.

Do not attempt to confront or detain this individual yourself. Instead, use the official contact options provided below:

• Call East Hants District RCMP at 902-883-7077
• Or contact your local police detachment
• To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• You can also submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
• Anonymous tips may also be submitted via the P3 Tips mobile app

RCMP file numbers associated with this matter are 2026-60032, 2026-343251, and 2026-262484. When providing information, referencing these file numbers can help police quickly connect your tip to the correct investigation.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From a CrimeCanada.ca perspective, a province-wide warrant involving alleged robbery, break and enter, and weapons-related charges is a significant community safety concern for residents of Nova Scotia, including smaller communities such as Lantz and surrounding areas. Monitoring incidents like this alongside regional data, such as our Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia crime and safety statistics, helps the public understand local risk levels and the importance of reporting suspicious activity.

For your safety, be cautious about granting access to homes, garages, or vehicles, and promptly report any suspicious behaviour—especially if it involves potential weapons, attempts to force entry, or individuals matching Cole’s description. Community vigilance and timely reporting play a critical role in supporting police operations and maintaining safer neighbourhoods across the province. For ongoing updates on incidents like this, you can also monitor our latest Canadian safety alerts and police warnings.

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.