Man charged with attempted murder in Halifax shooting

A 22-year-old Halifax man is facing a slew of charges, including attempted murder, in connection with a shooting outside a bar in July.

Police responded to the Red Fox Bar and Grill on Bayers Road on July 6 after receiving a report that a man had been shot.

Police say the victim, a 22-year-old Halifax man, left the bar and was approached by another man who fired several shots, striking the victim several times.

The suspect then fled the scene.

The victim was taken to hospital where he underwent surgery for life-threatening wounds.

Police arrested the suspect without incident Tuesday afternoon.

He is due to appear in court Wednesday to face charges of attempted murder, careless use and handling of a firearm, pointing a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and two counts of failing to comply with a recognizance, among others.