HRP release:
Police have a charged a man in relation to multiple graffiti incidents that have occurred throughout Halifax Regional Municipality.
On August 28, members of the HRP Quick Response Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Halifax, in relation to multiple graffiti incidents that occurred primarily throughout Halifax. On August 31, investigators arrested an 18-year-old man without incident. Some offences occurred while the suspect was a minor protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, therefore no further details will be released.
The man is scheduled to appear in Halifax provincial court at a later date to face 54 counts of mischief under $5000.00.
The investigation is ongoing and Halifax Regional Police would like to thank members of the public for their cooperation.
Spreading graffiti is a crime, and its presence can impact the perception of our community, property values, and people’s sense of pride and safety.
Anyone who has been affected by crimes of graffiti 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.
