At approximately 11:05 pm last night, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of an attempted robbery at the Metro Pizza located on Lady Hammond Rd in Halifax. The male suspect entered the store carrying a firearm but, fled the store empty-handed. The suspect is described as approximately 5’5 to 5’8, medium build, wearing gray jogging pants and, a black hoodie with a silver logo. He wore a mask covering his face at the time of the robbery. The employees were not injured during the incident. Members of the Integrated General Investigative Section are continuing the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 902-490-5020. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca.

Source: Release