On May 19 at 12:45 a.m., Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of a suspicious fire located at a residence in the 0-100 block of Walker Street, Dartmouth. It was first reported that two vehicles were on fire. Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency responded along with police.
It was quickly determined that six vehicles were involved and damaged by fire. Four were parked in a residence and two on the roadway. No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire. Currently, the investigation leads investigators to believe the fire was deliberately set.
The suspect is described to police as a white man, approximately 6’ tall, who was wearing cargo shorts.
There was also a vehicle seen leaving the area that is thought to be related. It is described as an older model, dark colored Toyota Corolla.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about this incident to call police at 902-490-5016. 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.
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