Two “armed and extremely dangerous” suspects are at large in Wheatland County, east of Calgary, prompting a shelter-in-place order from police.
According to an emergency alert issued just after 1:30 p.m., the suspects were in the area of Highway 564 and Range Road 252, north of Strathmore, Alta.
Strathmore RCMP responded to an undisclosed scene in the area around 1 p.m. for a serious incident, according to a news release.
Police have contained the area and are asking everyone to stay away.
Residents within a boundary of four township roads are asked to stay inside and not answer their doors for anyone. Police say that area includes:
- North border – Township Road 262;
- East border – Range Road 245;
- South border – Township Road 252; and
- West border – Range Road 255.
Police said an update would be provided when the incident is over.
This is a breaking news update. More details to come…
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