Vermilion RCMP issued shelter-in-place order Saturday after firearms sighting

RCMP in Vermilion issued a shelter-in-place order Saturday afternoon as officers responded to a firearms complaint.

Police said a suspect was seen fleeing the scene with a long-barrel firearm. The order covers the area between 51A Street and 50 Street, and 47 Avenue to 43 Avenue.

Residents in the zone were asked to stay inside, avoid opening their doors to strangers, and refrain from posting photos of responding officers on social media.

“We understand how situations such as this can make a community feel uneasy, but rest assured, your Alberta RCMP is working tirelessly to locate the suspect,” police said in a release.

No injuries were reported, and police have not provided any more details on the circumstances leading to the call.