Police in Ferndale have concluded an operation in the community of Ferndale that required a section of road to be shut down.

RCMP say there may be an ongoing presence in the community for the time being.

There is no word on whether any arrests were made during the operation.

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.