Halifax police investigate Mumford Walmart bomb threat

UPDATE: Police reopened the roadways around 10:48 a.m. Walmart has also reopened.

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Halifax Regional Police is investigating an incident after receiving a bomb threat from an anonymous caller earlier this morning.

Just after 8:45 a.m., police responded to the Walmart at Mumford Road after received the call.

Police reported to the location just after 8:45 a.m. today. By (Chris Stoodley/HalifaxToday.ca)

“This building has been evacuated as a precaution and entrances to Walmart via Mumford Road and Chebucto Road are closed for the time being,” a news release says.

“The investigation into this matter is continuing.”

Officers are currently on scene and searching the area.

Walmart was evacuated and police have been searching the area. By (Chris Stoodley/HalifaxToday.ca)

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact 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 using the P3 Tips App.