London police closed a stretch of Wellington Road in the city’s south end early Tuesday due to a standoff at a south end hotel.
Police officials issued a statement to social media shortly before 6 p.m., advising the public to steer clear of Wellington Road between Bradley Avenue and Dearness Drive. The area remains closed to traffic as of 8:15 p.m.
In an update at around 8 p.m., London police confirmed the heavy presence of officers at the Days Inn Hotel.
“Police are concerned for the welfare of a guest and are currently working toward a peaceful resolution,” the update read. “There have been no injuries reported and there is no threat to the safety of the public at this time.”
An earlier statement from police stated officers intially responded to the scene shortly after 4 p.m.
“We are asking both pedestrians and motorists to avoid the area. There is a heavy police presence in the area of Wellington Rd. and Dearness Dr. as a result of an investigation that began at approximately 4:20 p.m. today,” read a statement from Media Officer Cst. Brittany Campbell to LondonNewsToday.ca.
More to come.
Wellington Rd is currently closed in both directions from Bradley Ave to Dearness Dr due to an ongoing investigation. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/Ey1E298dzI
— London Police Service ON (@lpsmediaoffice) May 16, 2023
