UPDATE: Vernon RCMP say one person is in custody following this morning’s incident on Westside Road.
“There will be a continued police presence as investigators are expected to remain at the scene for several more hours to collect all necessary evidence and complete their investigation,” police said Tuesday afternoon.
“There is no risk to the public and we would like to thank all those who were impacted as we worked to safely resolve this event. ”
ORIGINAL STORY:
Vernon RCMP say officers are at the scene of an unfolding incident along Westside Road.
According to police, the incident involves a firearm at a residence, with officers initially responding to the scene at 7:30 a.m., on Tuesday.
Vernon RCMP say Police Dog Services and the Southeast District Emergency Response Team are also on scene, and that a perimeter around the residence has been established.
Police are asking the public to avoid the area while they try to safely resolve the situation, and to not share the location or police activity on social media, stating “this may jeopardize everyone’s safety.”
RCMP say updates will be provided as they become available.
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