Norwich residents saw a heavy police presence in their community late Monday night.
A number of OPP officers, some reportedly with weapons drawn, were seen around a home on Dufferin Street, south of Sunview Drive. Nearby residents were advised to stay inside their homes.
In a social media post, OPP advised they were engaged in an “active incident”, but released no specifics.
There is no risk to the public, police reassured.
#OxfordOPP are engaged in an active incident in the area of Dufferin Street in #Norwich. Please avoid the area. Expect a heavy police presence in the vicinity. There is no risk to the public. Updates to follow^pc pic.twitter.com/rAwy4JOxaN
— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) April 11, 2023