North Bay Police Service responded to a disturbance at the intersection of Cassells Street and the Bypass on Tuesday evening, resulting in the seizure of a weapon.
According to reports, officers were called to the scene around 8:30 pm after receiving multiple calls about a disturbance in the area. Upon arrival, they discovered a weapon in the possession of one of the individuals involved in the altercation.
The weapon was immediately seized by the police and the individual was taken into custody for further questioning. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
The North Bay Police Service has not released any information about the type of weapon that was seized or the identity of the individual in custody. The investigation is ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.
Residents in the area were advised to avoid the intersection while the police dealt with the situation. The road was temporarily closed but has since been reopened to the public.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of prompt and efficient response from our law enforcement agencies in maintaining public safety. The North Bay Police Service is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents and will continue to work diligently to uphold this responsibility.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the North Bay Police Service at 705-497-5555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
