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Man faces weapons charges after allegedly making threats in Halifax

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A Halifax Regional Police badge is seen in this file photo.

One man has been charged with weapons offences and uttering threats after an incident in Halifax on Monday.

According to a Tuesday news release, Halifax Regional Police responded to a weapons call in the 5000 block of Kent Street around 10 p.m.

Police say the call involved people who were known to one another.

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After the suspect allegedly refused to exit the resident, police say they removed residents from the area so they could deploy a sensory irritant.

The 37-year-old man then came out and was arrested. He is now facing the following charges:

  •  uttering threats
  •  possession of a weapon contrary to an order
  •  possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 

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