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Halifax police investigate stabbing in Dartmouth

Halifax Regional Police have arrested a 45-year-old woman in connection to a stabbing in Dartmouth on March 19, 2018. Global News

Halifax Regional Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred early Monday in Dartmouth.

According to police, officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 100 block of Pinecrest Drive at approximately 12:53 a.m.

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When they arrived, police found a 56-year-old man with what appeared to be life-threatening injuries. The man was transported to the hospital by Emergency Health Services.

After a preliminary investigation, police say they have arrested a 45-year-old woman in connection with the incident.

Police say the woman and the man know each other. She remains in custody as police continue to investigate.

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Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact Halifax Regional Police at 902-490-5016

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