Driver shot, crashes into utility pole, police say Halifax Regional Police say a man was shot and crashed into a utility pole in the Dartmouth neighbourhood of Woodlawn. The driver sustained life-threatening injuries and police have blocked off traffic to the area while they investigate. Social Sharing CBC News · Posted: Feb 20, 2021 4:24 PM AT | Last Updated: February 20 Halifax police say roads around the shooting will remain closed for an extended period while they investigate.(Paul Palmeter/CBC) Halifax Regional Police say a man was shot and crashed into a utility pole in the Dartmouth neighbourhood of Woodlawn. In a news release, police said they responded to reports of a shooting at Mount Edward Road and Cranberry Crescent shortly after 2 p.m. Saturday.