Fatal Shooting in North Preston Leaves Community Grieving for Jayden Tynes
The quiet rhythm of a Saturday afternoon in North Preston, Nova Scotia, was shattered by the sound of gunfire just before 5 p.m. on November 2, 2025. At the intersection of Cain and Clarence Streets, a place familiar to many locals, tragedy struck when 28-year-old Jayden Tynes was gunned down in a sudden and violent shooting that has left the entire community in mourning.
According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots at 4:58 p.m. When they arrived at the scene, they found Tynes lying on the ground suffering from numerous gunshot wounds. Paramedics rushed to provide first aid before he was transported to the hospital, but despite their best efforts, he was later pronounced dead. Authorities have since ruled his death a homicide.
The RCMP’s Integrated Criminal Investigation Division and the Halifax District RCMP have launched a joint investigation to identify who was responsible for the killing and to uncover a motive. Police are urging anyone who was in the area between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. to come forward, particularly those with dashcam or home security footage, as even the smallest detail could help move the case forward.
For the residents of North Preston, this shooting feels deeply personal. Known as one of Canada’s oldest and largest Black communities, North Preston has a strong sense of kinship and identity. When violence strikes, it resonates through every household. The corner of Cain and Clarence, now marked by flowers, candles, and heartfelt messages, has become a site of both grief and remembrance.
Friends and relatives describe Jayden Tynes as a loyal, humble, and kind-hearted man. He was someone who treated others with respect and had an ability to make people feel valued. Those who knew him best say he had dreams for the future and was focused on building a better life for himself and those around him. His death has left a gaping hole in the lives of those who loved him.
Community leaders and local pastors have spoken out, calling for calm and unity in the wake of the tragedy. They emphasize the need for collective healing and cooperation with law enforcement to ensure justice for Jayden and safety for the entire community. Residents have also organized small vigils and prayer gatherings, turning sorrow into solidarity.
As investigators continue their work, the people of North Preston are left with haunting questions: Who pulled the trigger, and why did Jayden become a target? While the RCMP remain tight-lipped about potential suspects or leads, they have promised transparency and updates as the case develops.
For now, North Preston mourns one of its own — a young man whose life was cut short too soon. The echoes of those gunshots have faded, but the pain they left behind lingers. At the intersection where Jayden Tynes fell, candles still burn each night, a silent reminder of a life lost and a community demanding answers.