UPDATE: The Grande Prairie RCMP has lifted the shelter-in-place and heavy police presence in the Hillside neighbourhood. Police have detained one suspect and investigators say there is no threat to public safety. Police will remain on-scene as the investigation continues.
The Grande Prairie RCMP is advising residents in the Hillside neighbourhood of a heavy police presence.
Residents are asked to avoid the area near 96A Street and Hillcrest Drive and anyone within view of police response is asked to shelter in place and stay away from windows.
Additionally, anyone in the area is asked to not share photos of police activity on social media.
The RCMP says updates will be made as information becomes available.
