The arrest of two suspects in an armed robbery earlier today has resulted in the closure of Highway 97 at Noranda Road.
“About 11 am this morning our officers located a suspect vehicle associated to an armed robbery home invasion earlier today,” said Operating Officer Shaun Wright
“As a result of that, there was an altercation at the scene where several vehicles were damaged and two suspects fled on foot. There were subsequently arrested shortly thereafter.”
One police vehicle could be seen in the ditch, but it only resulted in very minor injuries to an officer.
Wright said one shot was fired during the incident but no one was injured.
According to the RCMP, the road may be closed for three hours.
Original story:
The Prince George RCMP are currently investigating a priority incident that occurred near the intersection of Highway 97 (Hart Highway) and Noranda Road in Prince George.
This portion of Highway 97 at Knell Road will be closed in both directions while police investigate.
RCMP said there is no public safety concerns.
#BCHwy97 – CLOSED due to police incident at Knell Road north of #PrinceGeorgeBC. Updates to follow. #CityOfPG
— DriveBC NC (@DriveBC_NC) July 17, 2019
Traffic blocked in both directions, at least six police cars near Noranda road on the Hart Highway.
No information yet on the cause or how long the highways will be blocked.
Heavy police presence on the Hart Highway at Noranda Road, no cars being let through in either direction @mypgnow pic.twitter.com/OtDD1LIcJW
— Reporter Cole (@ReporterCole) July 17, 2019
Our reporter Cole Kelly is currently on scene.