(Update) Halifax Regional Police are investigating a bomb threat that was received this morning in Halifax

**** HRP Media Release Update: Police have now re-opened the roadways. Walmart has informed us of their re-opening as well. Police members will continue to have a presence in the area for the foreseeable future, but have cleared the area and business of potential risks. .

Police investigate Bomb Threat

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Halifax Regional Police are investigating a bomb threat that was received this morning in Halifax.

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Just after 8:45 a.m., police responded to Walmart located at 6990 Mumford Road for a bomb threat after police received a threatening phone call from an anonymous caller. Officers are on scene and searching the area.

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This building has been evacuated as a precaution and entrances to Walmart via Mumford Road and Chebucto Road are closed for the time being.

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The investigation into this matter is continuing. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 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.