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Halifax police say robbery suspect brandished sword after confrontation

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A Halifax man faces multiple charges after police say he brandished a sword when confronted during an alleged robbery.

Halifax Regional Police were called to Plateau Crescent in the Clayton Park neighbourhood just before 3:30 a.m. Friday for reports of someone robbing a vehicle.

Police say the caller told them the suspect brought out a sword when he was approached.

Officers with a K-9 unit tracked the suspect to the Alex Street and Main Avenue area, where they arrested the man, who was still armed with the sword.

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No one was injured during the confrontation or arrest.

A 22-year-old man is charged with assault with a weapon, possession of a weapons for dangerous purpose, trespass by night and mischief.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 4, 2022.

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