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On June 4 at 2:25a.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a Break & Enter in-progress in the 200 block of Spencer Avenue, Halifax. A man forced his way into the residence and was confronted by the home owner. The home owner forced the suspect out of the residence and sustained minor injuries in the process. The home owner did not require medical treatment. The suspect fled on foot.
Police located and arrested a 33-year-old man from Halifax a short distance from the residence. He is facing charges of Assault and Break & Enter.
Investigators from Patrol and the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are currently investigating.
Police are asking anyone with information about this incident 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 by using the P3 Tips app.