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Emergency Alert Issued After Concerns of Armed People

FROM: Lanark Detachment                                               DATE: February 10, 2023

EMERGENCY ALERT ISSUED AFTER CONCERNS OF ARMED PEOPLE

Investigation Has Found No Evidence of Weapon

(BECKWITH TWP, ON) - There is no longer a public safety risk in the Carleton Place area.

Police received a report on the morning of February 10, 2023 of two individuals, armed with a handgun near the Beckwith Township Arena on the Ninth Line of Beckwith.

Out of an abundance of caution and concern for public safety, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)...

Lanark County OPP - Emergency Alert/Armed Suspects Investigation

The emergency alert for the Carleton Place area, and specifically the area of the Beckwith Community Centre on the  9th line of Beckwith has been lifted. 

An intensive search of the area, involving OPP Aviation, Emergency Response team, Canine and Lanark OPP officers began after reports of armed individuals in the area. Police believe the individuals have left the area, but could still be considered armed and dangerous. 

The search is continuing and there is indication these persons may have ties to...

Public Safety Alert Lifted - February 10, 2023

The Emergency Alert, issued earlier today in the Carleton Place-Sharbot Lake area has now been lifted. Lanark County OPP advise the situation is safe and there is no further need to shelter in place.

Public Safety Alert In Effect - February 10, 2023

Public Safety Alert

Issued at 12:12 Friday 10 February 2023

Importance HIGHDescription

Lanark OPP are investigating two armed suspects at large in the Lanark county and Sharbot Lake areas.  Police request that you shelter in place. Lock all doors and windows. Notify police of any suspicious person. If suspect seen, do not approach and call 911. Please monitor local media for further updates.  https://alertready.opp.ca/

Area Description

Lanark

Issued By

OPP Provincial Operations Centre

As a result the...

Lanark Highlands Frosty Fling - 2023

Lanark Highlands Frost FlingFebruary 10-12, 2023

Check out the details below to see what's happening and where. Be sure to visit their Facebook page for more information!

All Weekend:

Colouring Contest: Facebook or Lanark LibraryFreeze Your Pants Off Displays:  Social Media - Facebook9AM Saturday | Scavenger Hunt:  Various locations in Lanark Village until all objects are found

Friday, February 10:

6PM | Movie & Popcorn:  Lanark Youth Centre for youth 10-187PM | Ottawa 67s Game:  Bus from Civitan to...