Halifax police investigate alleged break and enter, bear spray assault
The Canadian Press
Police are investigating after a man allegedly forced his way into an apartment in Dartmouth, N.S., and attacked a woman with bear spray early this morning.
Halifax Regional Police responded to the call about the incident at 2:30 a.m.
Officers allege the man broke into the apartment and sprayed the resident with the bear spray before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction.
The 48-year-old woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Police say the suspect is described as a white, heavy set man between the ages of 50 and 60 who was seen in a blue jacket and blue jeans.
Police are searching for the suspect and the investigation is ongoing.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 3, 2021.
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