UPDATE: 1:51 p.m.
A large RCMP response at Orchard Park Mall was due to someone in possession of a firearm, who might have been threatening others on March 19.
Numerous officers including members of the Southeast District Emergency Response Team arrived at the mall almost immediately after the incident was reported at about 12:30 p.m.
Once on scene police determined there was no incident involving a gun.
However, one person was arrested and is being questioned by police along with other witnesses at the scene.
The mall remained open during the incident and shoppers were able to come and go from store to store.
UPDATE: RCMP have one person in custody in relation to the incident.
— Jordy Cunningham (@CunninghamJordy) March 19, 2024
“It was determined there was no incident including the use of a firearm,” @KelownaRCMP stated in a release.
There is no concern for public safety.
The mall is open to the public and running normally. https://t.co/BLysZPNuCb
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UPDATE: 1:20 pm
Multiple RCMP, along with the Emergency Response Team and BC Ambulance are stationed around Orchard Park Mall.
Police issued a statement to the media asking for the stay away from the area at about 1 p.m.
However, the mall remains open and shoppers are coming and going from the stores.
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RCMP are currently on scene for an incident at Orchard Park Mall.
The public is being asked to remain out of the area.
It’s unclear what the situation is that is unfolding. Capital News has a reporter headed to the scene.
More to come.
BREAKING: There is currently a massive police presence at Orchard Park Mall in #Kelowna. At least 10 police vehicles at the scene. The reason why is unknown at this time. @KelownaCapNews @BlackPressMedia pic.twitter.com/RbJT5aLQKg
— Jordy Cunningham (@CunninghamJordy) March 19, 2024
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