Trenton Homicide Victim Named

Members of the  New Glasgow  Police (NGP)and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have confirmed Edward William Phalen, 44, of Trenton is the victim of a homicide that occurred Tuesday evening. 

At approximately 8:00 p.m. on October 25th,  NGP responded to a complaint of shots fired on Mechanic Street, Trenton.  Upon arrival at the scene, police found Phalen deceased outside his residence.  

New Glasgow Police (NGP) and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are looking to speak with anyone who observed a suspect fleeing the Mechanic Street area at the time of this incident.

The investigation continues with the New Glasgow Police, Stellerton Police service, RCMP Northeast Nova Major Crime, and Pictou County District.