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Police swarm Kelowna house near Central School neighbourhood
RCMP said the incident is contained to one residence as officers closed DeHart Avenue, and Central Secondary shut down for safety.
- On Wednesday morning, Kelowna RCMP and the Southeast Emergency Response Team closed the 700-block of DeHart Avenue, disrupting traffic between Richter and Ellis streets near Central Secondary School.
- Central Secondary School closed Wednesday morning due to the police incident's proximity; Justin Schneider, Central Okanagan Public Schools communications advisor, noted schools typically enact hold-and-secure protocols during nearby security activity.
- Members of the ERT used a speaker to urge suspects inside the residence to surrender. Cpl. Steven Lang stated the incident is contained to a single house, with safety measures implemented for nearby residents.
- Following the tactical operation, the ERT announced that individuals inside the residence are now under arrest. The public is asked to avoid the area and follow police officers' directions on scene.
- The RCMP maintains an increased presence in the 700-block of DeHart Avenue until the situation is fully resolved. Authorities have not yet commented on the specific nature of the original incident.
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Police swarm Kelowna house near Central School neighbourhood
UPDATE 9:58 a.m. Mounties confirmed they are dealing with a situation in the 700-block of DeHart Avenue, and that area residents should expect to see an increased police presence until the situation is resolved.
·Kelowna, Canada
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