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Kamloops City
2024-10-23 16:04 PDT
A portion of Highway 5A was closed in both directions this afternoon, as part of an ongoing police investigation.
On Oct. 23, 2024, just before 2 p.m., the Kamloops RCMP Detachment advised the public of a Hwy 5A closure in both directions between Hugh Allan and Aberdeen Drive. A large police presence was visible in the area, which included the Southeast District Emergency Response Team (SED ERT).
Due to the proximity of the highway in relation to the residence on Carmel Court where police were present, traffic was temporarily rerouted out of an abundance of caution, said Corporal Crystal Evelyn, Kamloops RCMP Detachment spokesperson. The highway was reopened about an hour later, following the arrest of three people who are known to police.
Due to the proximity of the highway in relation to the residence on Carmel Court where police were present, traffic was temporarily rerouted out of an abundance of caution,
The highway was reopened about an hour later, following the arrest of three people who are known to police.
As part of the ongoing investigation, a residence of interest was identified and the assistance of the SED ERT was requested by the Kamloops RCMP Detachment, due to the violence and weapons involved in the initial report, said Cpl. Evelyn. Assistance from numerous units was provided, including the Police Dog Service, Investigative Services units, frontline officers, Forensic Identification Services, and SED ERT.
As part of the ongoing investigation, a residence of interest was identified and the assistance of the SED ERT was requested by the Kamloops RCMP Detachment, due to the violence and weapons involved in the initial report,
The Kamloops RCMP Detachment is thankful to the public for its support and patience during the road closure and police presence.
Anyone with information that may be related is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000.
No further details related to the investigation will be provided at this time to protect its integrity.
Please be advised, the highway has been reopened. An update regarding the police presence will be provided once available.
A portion of Highway 5A in Aberdeen is being temporarily rerouted due to a police presence in the area.
On Oct. 23, 2024, just before 2 p.m., Hwy 5A between Hugh Allan and Aberdeen Drive was closed in both directions due to an investigation involving the assistance of the Southeast District Emergency Response Team. The highway will be reopened as soon as possible. Please detour appropriately.
More information will be provided when available.
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