UPDATE #3 Oct 12 12:40 a.m. Residents in Port au Bras are now free to resume normal activities and there is no threat to public safety. The RCMP thanks residents for their cooperation during this incident. A police presence may continue for a short period.
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UPDATE #2, October 11, 2022 11:55 p.m.
RCMP police officers remain in Port au Bras. There is no new information to provide at this time. Area residents are asked to continue to remain inside their homes and others to avoid the area. An update will be provided once the incident is resolved.
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UPDATE #1, October 11, 2022 8:20 p.m.
Residents of Port au Bras can expect to see a continued police presence as our officers respond to an incident in the community. Area residents are asked to remain in their homes and others to avoid the area. Your continued cooperation and patience are requested.
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The RCMP advises that an incident requiring police response is currently underway in Port au Bras on the Burin Peninsula. Area residents are asked to remain in their homes and others are asked to avoid the area until further notice.