Advertisement

Peterborough police warning of possible firearm in East City connected to suspect arrest

Peterborough police say there is a "possibility" that there is a real or replica firearm in the East City area. Peterborough Police Service

Peterborough police are warning the public of a possible firearm in the East City area following an arrest there on Thursday evening.

Police say they were conducting a neighbourhood article search near Nicholls Oval for evidence outstanding following the arrest of a suspect.

Details of the arrest have not been disclosed, however police caution there is a “possibility” there may be a real or replica firearm in the area.

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Anyone who locates this item or anything else that is deemed suspicious in the East City area is asked to contact police immediately at 705-876-1122 ext. 275.

WATCH: Witnesses react to violent stabbing and police shooting in downtown Kingston

Click to play video: 'Witnesses react to violent stabbing in downtown Kingston'
Witnesses react to violent stabbing in downtown Kingston

Sponsored content

AdChoices