RCMP say three people are facing sexual assault charges stemming from incidents involving a Nova Scotia team.
According to RCMP, a youth reported on Jan. 30 of being assaulted during a private team gathering in October 2025.
“The Colchester County District RCMP Community Action Team immediately began an investigation, which included statements from multiple witnesses,” RCMP said in a news release Thursday.
“Investigators gathered information indicating offences had occurred at other locations and that these incidents involved other victims and witnesses.”
Staff Sgt. Marc Rose said police’s priority was the well-being of the youths involved and “we ensured investigators with specialized training in interviewing children and youth were engaged.”
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Investigators believe there may be other victims who have not come forward, including some who may live outside of Colchester County.
The three youths were arrested on Tuesday. The team they were a part of was based in the Truro, N.S., area.
Police say one youth is facing sexual assault with a weapon, sexual assault and assault with a weapon charges. The second youth is facing sexual assault with a weapon, sexual assault and assault with choking charges. The third youth is facing a single charge of sexual assault with a weapon.
“We recognize how painful and distressing this is for the youths who’ve been harmed, their families, the wider community,” Rose said.
“We know some people may find it difficult to disclose what has happened. If there are other victims, we want them to know we’ll listen, we’ll support them, and we’ll take their experiences seriously. They can come forward safely and at their own pace.”
Mike Field, executive director with Hockey Nova Scotia, told Global News Thursday it informed the RCMP and Hockey Canada’s Independent Third Party when it learned of the allegations.
“The youth team in the Truro area has been suspended while the matter is under investigation. As this process is ongoing, and to protect the privacy of those involved, we are unable to provide further details at this time,” Field said in a statement.
“The safety of our members and our community is our top priority.”
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Colchester County District RCMP at 902-893-6820. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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