One person is in custody after an incident in Avondale that prompted a large RCMP presence.
Police issued a notice for residents to stay away from the area of Barry’s Island Road just after 8 p.m.
The order to stay away was lifted a couple hours later after one person was taken into custody.
No further details were provided, only to say there was no risk to public safety.
Earlier Story
An increased police presence is continuing on Barry’s Island Road in Avondale as the RCMP respond to an ongoing situation.
As a precaution, police have blocked access to the area while they continue their work. The RCMP is asking the public to avoid the area if possible.
There is no risk to public safety, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
10:43pm: a police presence is continuing on Barry's Island Road in Avondale. As a precaution, police have blocked access in the area while they continue their work. https://t.co/c4t1zEWkJ2
— RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador (@RCMPNL) November 7, 2024
