Red Deer, Alta. – On Jan. 20, 2024, at 5:27 a.m., Red Deer RCMP received a report of a dispute involving a firearm on Parke Avenue, near Phelan Crescent. Upon arrival, officers attempted make contact with occupants of the apartment without success. Officers contained the area and deployed the Alberta RCMP Emergency Response Team. Eventually four individuals exited the apartment and were taken into custody while RCMP conducted an investigation.
RCMP were able to confirm that a dispute did occur however firearms were not located. All individuals have been released without charges.
Background
Jan. 20, 2024
Red Deer RCMP advise of heavy police presence – Update
Red Deer, Alta. – Red Deer RCMP would like to advise the public that the situation is now resolved. The heavy police presence and shelter in place have been lifted. Alberta RCMP would like to thank the public for their cooperation.
An additional release is anticipated once more information is available.
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Jan. 20, 2024
Red Deer RCMP advise of heavy police presence
Red Deer, Alta. – Red Deer RCMP are currently on scene on Parke Avenue, near Phelan Crescent, in Red Deer in relation to a high-risk arrest. Residents of the complex are asked to shelter in place while police attend and listen to police instructions thereafter. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area until further notice.
We ask that photos of responding officers not be placed on social media until after the incident is over.
A release will be sent out once the scene has been cleared.
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