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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

The hamlet of Clyde River, Nunavut, has a population of about 1,000 people. RCMP are warning people near the 516D five-plex to find shelter and stay inside. (CBC)

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.