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Another hoax call to police, this time in Truro

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Another hoax call to police in HRM have officers investigating – this one happened in Truro.

Police say that this type of incident is known as “swatting”; making a false report to police to prompt a significant response and tie up first responders. There have been a few in HRM within the last few months.

RCMP say on October 23, Truro police received information that a woman had reported being held hostage by three people who were armed on Tideview Drive.

However, when officers arrived on scene, the woman was safe at the home.

The woman had received a call from someone claiming to be from her bank about alleged fraudulent activity and asked her to download an app to her phone.

Before taking action, the woman was advised to call her bank directly. The caller then became agitated and told her there was a surprise at her door, which was a large police presence.

RCMP say they commend the victim for taking the time to verify the information and encourages others to do the same.

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No children on school bus that was on fire in Truro

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No children were on a school bus that went up in flames in Truro on Friday.

In a social media post around 2:30 p.m., Truro Police said they were dealing with a school bus fire at the intersection of Willow and Victoria Streets.

They said no students were involved in the incident.

In an update around 5 p.m., police said the scene had been cleared.

Details remain few. It is unclear what started the fire.

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CN continues recovery work in Truro’s train derailment incident

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Recovery work continues on a train that derailed on Queen Street.

In a social media update, the Town of Truro said CN crews worked overnight to recover 14 railcars that derailed Saturday night.

Three of the derailed railcars contained residual hydrogen peroxide, but the town said those have been secured and there is no danger to public safety.

No leaks, fires, or injuries were reported at this time either.

CN also brought additional resources to support the re-railing of the cars.

A signed detour is in place around Queen Street’s railway crossing, which remains blocked with railcars.

The town said an update on recovery timelines, including when Queen Street will reopen to traffic, will be provided when available.

The cause of the derailment remains under investigation.

More to come. . .