(Photos submitted by Courtney McCarthy and @hfxgirl)
Police have Harris Street near Agricola blocked off at this hour, investigating a gun-related incident. At least two gunshots were heard. Two males were seen arguing then shots were fired by one. Further detais are sparse at this time, we’ll keep you posted.
From Halifax Police:
Police Investigating Shooting
Halifax Regional Police is currently investigating a shooting that took place this afternoon in Halifax.
At 1:34 p.m., police were called to the area of Maynard and Harris Streets for a report of multiple shots being fired. Several people were observed running from the area but at this time there are no reported injuries. Investigators have discovered that a building was struck with multiple bullets but at this time it’s not believed the building was the target of the shots.
Officers from the HRP/RCMP Integrated General Investigation Section as well as the HRP Forensic Identification Unit are on scene and the investigation is in its early stages.
