On Saturday afternoon, Ontario Provincial Police announced a shelter-in-place order for Simcoe due to an active situation involving “potentially armed individuals,” according to their statement.
Officers were dispatched to the vicinity of Kent and Union streets just before 1 p. m. following a report of a possible gunshot. Consequently, Colborne Street North, Union Street, Young Street, and Kent Street were closed off.
The order was lifted at 8:20 p. m.
The OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, along with members from the Emergency Response Team, OPP Canine Services, and Crisis Negotiators supported the ongoing investigation. Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries.
If anyone has information that could help investigators, they are encouraged to reach out to the Norfolk County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or visit ontariocrimestoppers. ca.
UPDATE -Jan 10 at 7:54pm- The shelter in place order has been lifted for residents on Kent Street North in Simcoe after police responded to a 911 call regarding a suspected firearm discharge. #OPP continues to investigate and appreciates the public’s patience… pic. twitter. com/Op6C1R6a Rf
– OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) January 11, 2026
: Haldimand County OPP raising concern after recent drug overdoses
Source link
Source link
