THUNDER BAY – There was a heavy police presence at the Thunder Centre on Friday afternoon.
Police said an individual was taken into custody following a weapons incident in the area of Intercity.
Officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to a location in the 900 block of Fort William Road at approximately 4:30 p.m. on March 1.
Police said responding officers encountered a man waving an apparent handgun. The Thunder Bay Police Service’s Emergency Task Unit and K9 Unit also responded, according to police, who said a male suspect was apprehended.
Residents can expect a continued visible police presence. Police ask members of the public to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
No further information is available at this time. Updates will be provided as they become available
