Update #3: Ferryland RCMP have cleared from the police response on Country Path Drive in Witless Bay. The public can now resume normal activities. Issued on 2022-10-17 @ 6:50 p.m.
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Update #2: A man has been taken into police custody on Country Path Drive in Witless Bay. Officers remain in the area continuing with the investigation. There is no current risk to public safety. Access to the area is expected shortly. An update will follow. Issued 2022-10-17 @ 5:30 pm
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Update #1: RCMP remain at the scene of a residence on Country Path Drive in Witless Bay. A number of homes have been evacuated with access to the area currently restricted. The public is asked to stay away from the area. Updates will follow. Issued 2022-Oct-17 @ 5:10 p.m.
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Ferryland RCMP is responding to an unfolding incident on Country Path Road in Witless Bay. Residents are asked to stay inside their homes at this time and the public is asked to avoid the area. Further updates will be communicated as available.