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Police arrest man in robbery
Police have arrested a man in relation to a robbery that occurred earlier today in Halifax.
At approximately 3 p.m. police responded to a robbery at the Canadian Tire store located at 194 Chain Lake Drive. A man entered the store, stole merchandise then fled the store. When staff approached the man, he produced a knife and swung it at a staff member. The suspect then fled to a waiting vehicle.
Officers arrested the man in the vehicle a short distance away and charges are anticipated.
The staff member was treated at the scene for their injuries.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking anyone with information about the incident or video from the area to call 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips App.
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