One person has been taken into custody following a police operation in the community of Ferndale.

A section of road had to be shut down earlier today while police conducted their work.

No further information about the incident is available at this time.

There will be an increased police presence in the area while they continue their investigation.

Earlier Story:
There is an increased police presence in the community of Ferndale, near Placentia.

The RCMP says a portion of Ferndale Road has been closed as a result.

People are being asked to avoid the area at this time, and to refrain from sharing information, including videos and pictures, about police activities online.