LOWER SACKVILLE: The RCMP/HRP Integrated General Investigation Section of the Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a break and enter, assault and arson that occurred at a home in Lower Sackville on Feb. 27.
In a press release, police say at approximately 5:10 a.m., Halifax District RCMP responded to a home on fire Sackville Dr. The only occupant was able to get out prior to police arrival and was taken to hospital by EHS with non life-threatening injuries.
Police believe an unknown man had entered the home, assaulted the occupant and started a fire in the home before leaving.
The suspect is described as a white man, 5-foot-7 and was wearing a dark jacket and a hat.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, please call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.
File # 21-24450.
