At 2:34 a.m., Halifax Regional Police and HRM Fire & Emergency responded to a report of business on fire, Legends Barber Shop at 14 Highpark Drive Dartmouth.​

Witnesses reported a male threw something into a business and it it now on fire.​ The male fled on foot.

Multiple police units and a Police Service Dog responded and searched the area, but have not located the suspect.​ The suspect is described as:

Suspect – male, 5’6″, 200 lbs, wearing a blue hooded shirt.

Police have secured the scene and the investigation is in the early stages.​

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident 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.