BOTWOOD, N.L. – RCMP officers are currently at a home on Adam’s Avenue in Botwood where a man has barricaded himself inside and is thought to be armed.
Military Road and Adam’s Avenue are closed at this time to allow for police operations and public safety, according to a release issued by the RCMP at 10:21 p.m.
The RCMP’s emergency response team has been activated and is on the way to the scene.
Residents in the area are asked to stay in their homes while police try to resolve the situation.
The RCMP is also requesting patience and cooperation in staying behind any barricades that are in place to set a safe perimeter around the area.