Suspect in custody after weapons complaint in Clayton Park

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By Mark Hodgins

Posted Sep 12, 2025 12:43:35 PM.

Last Updated Sep 12, 2025 01:36:27 PM.

Halifax Regional Police says a suspect has been apprehended after a weapons complaint was reported on Friday.

According to police, at about 10 a.m., officers were called to Thomas Raddall Drive to reports of a man threatening another person with a weapon in the 160 block.

Police say the suspect was taken into custody at about 10:40 a.m.

The investigation led to a hold-and-secure at Halifax West High School and at the Canada Games Centre, both of which were eventually lifted.

According to HRP there were no physical injuries reported.

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