Halifax police investigate Mumford Walmart bomb threat

By Chris Stoodley

Posted Mar 13, 2021 01:33:00 PM.

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.

walmart bomb threat 2 - 130321Police 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 bomb threat - 130321Walmart 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.

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