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RCMP investigating theft of four AR-15 rifles, eight handguns from Aylesford home

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AYLESFORD, N.S. — Police are following up on reports that 12 firearms were stolen from a home in Aylesford.

RCMP officers were dispatched to the Kings County residence on School House Road Monday.

“When police arrived at the home, the victim told them that eight handguns and four AR-15 rifles had been stolen while the homeowner was out,” said provincial RCMP spokesperson Jennifer Clarke in a media release.

“All firearms had been properly secured and were stored in a locked gun safe.”

Forensic identification technicians are involved with the investigation.

Kings District RCMP are hoping anyone with information will get in touch by phoning 902-679-5555.

Anonymous tips can be submitted via Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or www.crimestoppers.ns.ca.

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