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Update: Police investigate bomb threat
Police have found no evidence of a bomb after responding to a threat at Saint Mary’s University this afternoon.
At approximately 12 p.m., police were contacted by the University’s security team in response to a bomb threat that had been received.
Police assisted with the evacuation of campus, including the University’s residences. Nearby streets were closed, and a sweep of the school was conducted by officers and the K9 Unit. No bomb or other suspicious materials were located during the search.
At approximately 2:55 p.m., the area was reopened after it was determined there was no threat to the public.
Dalhousie University also reported receiving a similar threat today. The investigation into both threats is ongoing.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call 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.
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Police investigate bomb threat
Police are investigating a bomb threat that was received at Saint Mary’s University today.
Police are asking the public to evacuate and avoid the area while responding agencies conduct their investigation.
More information, including precise street closures, will follow.
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UPDATE - Traffic advisory Police continue to investigate a bomb threat at Saint Mary’s University. Police are asking the public to avoid the block surrounding the university, including: - Inglis Street, from Robie Street to Tower Road - Robie Street, from Inglis Street to Goresbrook Avenue - Goresbrook Avenue - Tower Road, from Goresbrook Avenue to Inglis Street Traffic is currently being re-routed. Please use alternate routes to avoid delays.
