M’CHIGEENG—On Sunday, March 19 UCCM Anishnaabe Police Service responded to a weapons call on the M’Chigeeng First Nation. There was an elevated public safety risk, therefore, a heavy police presence and measured response was observed in the area.
As the investigation unfolded a warrant to enter the residence was granted. The Police Tactical Unit established contact with a subject inside the residence.
Subsequently, the subject had exited the residence and was taken into police custody. UCCM Police were assisted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) involving members from the Manitoulin detachment, Northeast Emergency Response Unit, Aviation Services, Tactics and Rescue Unit.
This incident came to a peaceful resolution, reported the UCCM Police. No one was harmed during this incident and no criminal charges have been laid. UCCM Police would like to thank the community of M’Chigeeng for assisting police and having patience during this investigation.
One person has been apprehended but no charges have been laid as a result of the incident.
Heavy police presence was in place at Corbiere Road on the M’Chigeeng First Nation Sunday afternoon, and the roadway at Corbiere Road had been blocked off by police.
Ogimaa Kwe Linda Debassige, in a Facebook just before 3:45 pm Sunday afternoon said, “There is a heavy police presence at Corbiere Road. We are asking members of the community to stay away from this area as the investigation continues.” She pointed out the UCCM Anishinaabe Police Services was conducting an investigation and in contact with First Nations officials.
