RCMP in a part of Nova Scotia’s Lunenburg County have issued an alert to residents to seek “immediate shelter” and lock doors and windows, as they search for a “dangerous man who may be armed.”
They’re looking for Richard MacInnis, who was last seen on foot. He is described as being six-feet tall, 175 pounds with auburn hair and green eyes.
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The alert was sent at around 1 p.m. Wednesday.
It covers the area of Northfield Road in Lower Northfield.
People are asked to stay inside, and not to leave their secure location. People are also warned not to pick up hitch hikers or disclose where police are currently located.
Anyone with emergencies or tips should call 911.