Provincial police in northern Ontario say a shelter-in-place order remains in effect in the Temiskaming District as officers continue to search for a man believed to be armed and dangerous.
An emergency alert, issued Friday evening, remains in effect for the Latchford and Temagami North area of northern Ontario as Ontario Provincial Police continued to search for an “armed and dangerous” suspect.
Throughout the incident, police have consistently advised residents in the affected area to shelter in place, advising them to take immediate precautions for their safety.
Those in the area are asked 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 you encounter the suspect, do not engage or approach. Dial 911 immediately to advise police.
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 any and all directions from officers on scene.
“Individuals not currently in the affected area are requested to avoid travelling there until further notice,” police said.
An emergency alert, issued Friday evening, remains in effect for the Latchford and Temagami North area of northern Ontario as Ontario Provincial Police continued to search for an “armed and dangerous” suspect.
There's not a lot out there on Roosevelt Rd. but its a beautiful area. Not seeing any homes or businesses. It's just a wildlife area for hiking and fishing.