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Update: The roadway in both directions has opened. We thank the public, especially the local residents for their patience in this matter.
Halifax Regional Police Patrol and the General Investigative Section are currently on scene for a weapons complaint.
On January 18 at 7:27 p.m., Halifax Regional Police were called to a home in the 0-100 block of Gaston Road in Dartmouth for a weapons complaint. Several witnesses heard what was thought to be gun fire in the area.
Police confirmed that a home and vehicle were damaged as a result of what appears to be gunfire.
Police have Gaston Road blocked to all traffic from the entrance on Portland Street down to MacRae Avenue. The public is asked to seek alternate routes while the matter is being investigated.
There are no reported injuries and there is no ongoing risk to the public. The investigation is in its preliminary stages and further information will be released when available.
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.