Halifax is mourning the tragic loss of 59-year-old Troy Clayton, who was identified as the victim of a homicide on the morning of November 26, 2025. His sudden and heartbreaking death has left family, friends, and the community grieving deeply as they struggle to understand the violence that took him far too soon.
The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service confirmed Mr. Clayton’s identity following an autopsy, marking the beginning of a painful journey for those who knew and loved him. Police have shared that the incident does not appear to be random, adding an even heavier weight to the tragedy.
As investigators continue their work, they are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage from Gottingen Street, between Charles Street and Uniacke Street, between 11:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26, to contact Halifax Regional Police at 902-490-5020. Any detail, no matter how small, may help bring answers and accountability.
During this difficult time, Halifax Regional Police offered their deepest condolences to Mr. Clayton’s family—support echoed by the wider community. Troy is being remembered not just as a victim, but as a man whose presence mattered, whose life had value, and whose loss is felt by many.
May his loved ones find strength, comfort, and peace as they navigate this unimaginable grief. May the memory of Troy Clayton live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
