NORTH PRESTON, N.S. — The quiet community of North Preston has been left in shock and sorrow after the tragic death of 28-year-old Jayden Tynes, who was fatally shot on Saturday evening, November 2. What began as a peaceful weekend quickly turned into heartbreak as news spread of the young man’s untimely passing, leaving friends, family, and neighbors struggling to comprehend the tragedy.
According to the RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment, officers were called to reports of gunfire near the intersection of Cain Street and Clarence Street at around 4:58 p.m. When police and paramedics arrived at the scene, they found Jayden suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency Health Services (EHS) quickly transported him to the hospital, but despite all lifesaving efforts, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. His death has since been ruled a homicide, prompting an intense investigation by law enforcement.
The RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit is leading the investigation, supported by the Integrated General Investigative Section, RCMP Forensic Identification Services, and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service. Officers spent hours combing the scene for evidence and speaking to witnesses in the area. Police are asking anyone with information or dashcam footage from Cain and Clarence Streets between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to contact the RCMP/HRP Integrated Major Crime Unit at 902-490-5333. Anonymous tips can also be made through Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or online via www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
and the P3 Tips app.
For many in North Preston, Jayden’s death feels deeply personal. Friends describe him as a respectful, kind, and loyal man—someone who always greeted others with a smile and offered help when it was needed most. His laughter, energy, and caring heart made him loved by everyone who knew him. As one friend wrote online, “Jayden was the type of person who brought joy wherever he went. He didn’t deserve this.”
The loss of such a young life has sparked renewed conversations about community safety and the ongoing efforts to reduce violence in the region. Local leaders have called for unity, urging residents to support one another and to help police bring those responsible to justice. In the days following the tragedy, flowers, candles, and messages of love have begun to appear at the corner where Jayden was shot—a growing memorial to a life taken far too soon.
As North Preston mourns, the memory of Jayden Tynes continues to shine brightly. His family and friends remember him as a man full of promise, love, and compassion—a son, a brother, and a friend whose presence will forever be missed. Though his life was cut short, his legacy of warmth and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
