The Halifax District RCMP Major Crime Unit is investigating a homicide they believe took place on Brian Street in East Preston.

Around 2 a.m. this morning Halifax District RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious death on Brian Street in East Preston. RCMP officers found the body of a deceased man on the side of the road at the end of a driveway.

The RCMP say they are investigating the death as a homicide.

At this time, they believe the incident was targeted in nature and that there is no risk to the public.

Anyone with information about the identity of the victim or about the incident is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP at or Crime Stoppers.