Police investigate weapons call GO#19-105930

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On July 26 at 8:25p.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a man with a firearm in 6900 block of Mumford Road, Halifax. Witnesses reported a man had pulled a gun on another man. Halifax Shopping Centre Security located the man and held him for police.

Upon police arrival, the suspect a 22-year-old man, was arrested and confirmed to be in possession of a pellet handgun. Police learned the suspect was in an argument with occupants of a pickup truck and pulled out a pellet gun, then fired at the truck, damaging the rear window. No one was injured.

The suspect from Halifax, is held for court and will be facing the following charges:

  • Possession of Weapons for a Dangerous Purpose.
  • Carrying Concealed Weapon
  • Mischief/Property Damage
  • Breach Probation