**** RCMP Media Release
Police seeking information in relation to a home invasion in East Preston
The RCMP/HRP Integrated Criminal Investigation Division is investigating a home invasion that occurred in East Preston.
On November 23, shortly after midnight, RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment responded to a report of a home invasion near the 200 block on Bell St. Investigators learned that two men entered the home, one of whom brandished a knife and demanded occupants what they had. The suspects fled on foot with a small quantity of cannabis.
The occupants of the home, two 27-year-old East Preston men, did not suffer physical injuries.
Officers, assisted by RCMP Police dog services, patrolled the area but the suspects were not located.
One suspect is described as a black male, 18-19 years-old. He was wearing a black shirt and black pants.
The second offender is described as a white male, 18-19 years-old. He was wearing a mask, a yellow hoodie and an off-white pants.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. To remain anonymous, 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.
