Canada: Police respond to a shooting on Glen Drive near Coquitlam's Civic Center afternoon of Sept. 22

Event

As of the afternoon of Sept. 22, increased security is likely in Coquitlam amid a police response to a shooting near the city Civic Center; at least two police officers have been shot. Officials have deployed tactical police teams and K9 units to the area. Authorities assert that the crime scene is still active, have closed Glen Drive between Pinetree Way and High Street, and have asked the public to avoid the area. There has been no official confirmation regarding the nature of the shooting incident.

The increased security measures will likely prompt transport and business disruptions over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until the police give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area and allow extra time to reach destinations near the incident scene.