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