Armoured vehicle on scene on Cathedral Avenue for firearms investigation

WINNIPEG — Winnipeg police have closed a street in the North End as part of a firearms investigation Wednesday morning.

Cathedral Avenue is closed between Arlington and McKenzie Streets. There is a heavy police presence on scene as well as the armoured rescue vehicle (ARV1).

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Police closed off the steer just after midnight Wednesday, and police remain on scene.

Drivers are being asked to avoid the area.