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Masked man with weapon spotted near Conestoga Public School in Brampton: police

By David Shum Global News

Posted October 9, 2015 11:45 am

Updated October 9, 2015 12:02 pm

1 min read

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TORONTO – Police have lifted a hold and secure at Conestoga Public School in Brampton after a man was seen walking in the area with a weapon Friday morning.

Area has been searched around Conestoga PS. Hold and Secure has been lifted. Police will continue to investigate.
— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) October 9, 2015

1/2 Conestoga PS placed in a hold and secure as a precaution. Male seen walking near the school with a weapon. Officers on scene.
— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) October 9, 2015

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2/2 M/BLK, 5'8 grey Converse shoes, grey sweater, black pants, shoulder bag and, white mask with black markings over eyes and mouth.
— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) October 9, 2015

The man is described as male black, 5’8″ tall, wearing grey Converse shoes, grey sweater, black plants, shoulder bag, a white mask with black marking over the eyes and mouth.

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Police say the investigation is ongoing.

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