Dangerous situation in Clyde River resolved, RCMP say
RCMP say the incident in Clyde River, Nunavut, involving a barricaded individual. The situation has now been resolved, police say.
RCMP say the situation in Clyde River, Nunavut, has been resolved peacefully
Nunavut RCMP say a dangerous situation in Clyde River, Nunavut, has been resolved peacefully.
On man was taken into custody after what police described as a "lengthy period of negotiation."
Earlier Tuesday, RCMP said they were involved in a dangerous situation in Clyde River involving a barricaded individual.
"For the safety of persons in the community, RCMP are asking residents to remain away from the area of the 516D five-plex," a news release issued just before 5 p.m. local time said.
The building was evacuated, and RCMP asked residents in the neighbouring area to find shelter and stay indoors.
The hamlet of Clyde River has a population of about 1,000 people.