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Man arrested in Greater Victoria after threats made against COVID-19 test facilities

A vehicle goes through a drive-thru COVID-19 test station in Victoria on Monday, March 16, 2020. Global News

A man has been arrested in Greater Victoria after he allegedly made threats against COVID-19 testing facilities, police say.

Officers went to various public health facilities across the region on Friday after receiving reports of threats being made over the 811 health phone line.

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“Out of an abundance of caution, officers from departments across Greater Victoria attended and spoke with staff at various public health facilities to ensure they were safe,” said a news release.

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According to police, no one was injured and there were no additional incidents.

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