SHELTER-IN-PLACE ORDER IN EFFECT IN NORTH BRACEBRIDGE

Potentially Armed and Dangerous Person at Large

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has issued a shelter-in-place order on Beatrice Townline Road in Bracebridge area. Officers are responding to an incident in the area involving a potentially armed individual in distress.

As a precaution, members of the public in the area of Beatrice Townline Road in Bracebridge are advised to:

• If you are outside, seek shelter immediately. Secure your safety inside a building or another secure location
• If you are inside a building, stay there and lock all doors and windows
• If possible, close your curtains to avoid drawing attention to yourself or your family
• If you are driving, proceed to your location. Do not make unnecessary stops. As soon as you arrive at your location, enter and immediately lock your doors
• Do not engage with anyone suspicious
• Follow all direction from officers on scene

Individuals not currently in the affected area are requested to avoid travelling there until further notice. Members of the public can expect an increased police presence and police continue their investigation.

We recognize the significant emotional impact that receiving a shelter in place can cause. The OPP is taking every precaution necessary to resolve this situation. We ask all members of the public to take actions to protect their safety while police work to apprehend the individual.