Urgent Police Response Resolved in North Bay Apartment Incident

BREAKING: An urgent situation in North Bay has been resolved, with police confirming no ongoing risk to public safety. The North Bay Police Service deployed its Emergency Response Team to an apartment building on Rose Avenue shortly after 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Officials reported that by 5:30 p.m., the area was cleared, and residents were safely returning to their homes.

Witnesses described a chaotic scene as officers arrived at the 500 block of Rose Avenue. One resident reported hearing “a loud bang” prior to the police response. “City police with guns drawn near Rose Street and Algonquin,” said another local. Eyewitness cellphone footage shared with CTV News captured the unfolding incident, heightening community concern.

According to Jennifer Cross, a communications coordinator with the North Bay Police Service, “There is no ongoing risk to public safety. No injuries have been reported.” The police had earlier confirmed an active investigation in the area and urged community members to avoid the vicinity.

Around 3:00 p.m., the North Bay Police Service first acknowledged the situation on social media, stating that further updates would be provided as they became available. As of now, the reason for the extensive police presence remains unclear, with no specifics released about the incident that prompted such a significant response.

Residents took to social media to share their experiences, posting comments in a local Facebook group dedicated to crime prevention. Their accounts indicated that officers were conducting door-to-door checks within the apartment complex.

As the situation has been resolved, local authorities continue to monitor the area. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story. Download the CTV News app for breaking alerts and daily newsletters to stay informed.