HALIFAX — A man from Liverpool, Nova Scotia, has been arrested on multiple charges involving impersonation and theft. The accused, identified as 43-year-old Christopher MacLeod, initially faced legal trouble on December 26, 2025, when he attempted to enter the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) station in Cookville, Nova Scotia, while dressed in civilian clothing.

During his attempt to infiltrate the RCMP station, MacLeod claimed that he was a new sergeant who had recently been transferred from another province. When police personnel at the station requested identification, he was unable to produce any. As a result, he was charged with impersonating a police officer and subsequently released from custody.

However, MacLeod’s legal issues did not end there. Just a few days later, he was arrested again for allegedly driving a stolen dump truck in the Liverpool area, located on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. According to police reports, it appears that MacLeod spent New Year’s Eve in the garage of West Caledonia, where the dump truck was parked, before stealing the vehicle the following morning.

MacLeod is now facing a range of charges, including breaking and entering, theft of a motor vehicle, and impersonating a police officer. He is scheduled to appear in court next month to answer these charges. This incident has raised concerns about security and the enforcement of laws regarding impersonation and vehicle theft in the region.

The RCMP continues to investigate the incidents involving MacLeod, as they are keen to ensure the safety of the community and prevent similar occurrences in the future. The combination of impersonating a law enforcement officer and the theft of property reflects a serious breach of trust and legal standards, which the authorities are treating with utmost seriousness.

This report underscores the issues surrounding public safety and law enforcement integrity. Incidents such as these prompt discussions on the measures required to protect communities from individuals who attempt to misuse authority for personal gain. As the legal proceedings unfold, the public will be kept informed about any further developments in this unusual and troubling case.