Police request public’s assistance with investigation into suspicious fire

Police request public’s assistance with investigation into suspicious fire
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Police request public’s assistance with investigation into suspicious fire

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Halifax Regional Police is asking for the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in relation to a suspicious fire that occurred last year in Dartmouth.

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On November 10, 2020 at approximately 10:30 p.m. East Division patrol officers observed an unoccupied vehicle on fire outside a residence on Jackson Road. They quickly extinguished the fire and Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency attended to ensure the fire was out. The fire was deemed to be suspicious.

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Investigators are releasing a video of the suspect in the incident. The suspect is described as a male wearing dark clothing and white sneakers.

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Investigators are asking anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or who may have information on the incident to contact police at 902-490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.