HRP release:

A Halifax Regional Police issued taser is missing in the Dartmouth area.

On Monday night, while on a foot pursuit on Yorkshire Avenue in Dartmouth, an officer’s taser became loose and fell from its holster.

Officers searched the area minutes later and were unable to locate the taser.

Police believe someone has taken possession of the taser and are asking for the public’s assistance in locating it. It is prohibited by law for members of the general public to possess police-issued equipment.

Anyone with information or video from the area 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 by using the P3 Tips app.