Residents in a quiet Port Colborne neighborhood received a chilling directive from police Tuesday evening: lock your doors and stay inside as an armed suspect remains at large.
The Niagara Regional Police Service issued an urgent public safety alert around 6:30 p.m., responding to what they described as a "weapons-related incident" in the area of Killaly Street West and Sugarloaf Street. While specific details about the weapon involved remain undisclosed, the severity of the situation prompted immediate action from law enforcement.
Police Presence Intensifies in Residential Area
Multiple police units have flooded the neighborhood as the intensive search continues. Authorities have established a significant perimeter around the affected area while tactical teams conduct door-to-door searches.
"We're asking residents to remain indoors, lock their doors, and avoid the area until further notice," stated a police spokesperson during the ongoing operation. The advisory specifically emphasized securing all entry points to homes and outbuildings.
What We Know About the Suspect
While police have not released identifying information about the individual they're seeking, the nature of the search suggests they consider the person potentially dangerous. The investigation appears to be concentrated within a defined residential zone, though the suspect's connection to the area remains unclear.
Local residents have reported seeing increased police activity throughout the evening, with multiple cruisers blocking access to several streets in the Killaly Street West vicinity.
Safety Precautions for Residents
Police are advising Port Colborne residents to:
- Keep all doors and windows locked immediately
- Avoid unnecessary travel through the affected area
- Report any suspicious activity to 911 immediately
- Do not approach anyone matching the suspect description
- Monitor official police communications for updates
The Niagara Regional Police Service has assured the public that they will provide updates as the situation develops and the search progresses. For now, the shelter-in-place advisory remains in effect as the manhunt continues under the cover of darkness.
