GO#15-62843 Police investigate suspicious circumstances

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Update - 5:38 p.m. - Robie Street is now open to traffic. Backpack didn't contain any items that would pose a risk to public safety.

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Halifax Regional Police officers are currently on scene at the 2700 block of Robie Street in Halifax. A witness contacted police and advised that there was an unattended back pack at this location. Officers attended and shut down the area as a precaution. Local businesses and residents were advised and traffic has been diverted on Robie Street from Almon Street to North Street. Officers from Patrol, K-9 and the Forensic Identification Section are currently on scene. We will advise when traffic is allowed back in this area.