**** RCMP Release
Update,alert cancelled in Antigonish County: Second man is safely arrested by RCMP. There is no longer a public safety risk. The emergency alert has been cancelled.
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Public advisory: alert issued, Antigonish County:
DANGEROUS PEOPLE believed to have firearms.
Area description: Pomquet Forks, Antigonish County, Nova Scotia. RCMPNS responding.
Event Description:
Two men, believed to be armed, abandoned vehicle and fled on foot nearest 124 Heatherton Village Rd.
Residents: Seek immediate SHELTER or STAY INSIDE and close and lock doors and windows. Do not pick up hitch hikers or provide a ride to anyone asking for one.
Instructions:
Call 9-1-1 to report emergencies or tips. Do not disclose police locations. Updates will be posted to RCMPNS website and social accounts.
Updates will be posted to RCMPNS website and social accounts. Alert distributed to Antigonish county.
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Additional context, 12:31 p.m.: Two men fled from traffic stop. Believed to have firearms. No shots fired.
