Chiefswood Road closed after gunshots reported

 

OHSWEKEN – Six Nations Police responded to a report of shots heard at a residence on Chiefswood Road Tuesday morning. Because of the nature of the call, the incident could have involved a hostage and a weapon of some kind. As a precaution, Chiefswood Road was closed down between north Bicentennial Trail and 5th Line Road while Six Nations Police investigated supported by the OPP who secured the perimeter.

Tactical Rescue Unit (TRU) was also requested to attend and assist Six Nations Police. One male in his 20’s was peacefully put into custody after being talking down by police negotiators. The man was taken to Hospital for a mental health assessment.

There are a number of Criminal charges pending against the man.

Six Nations Police continue to investigate.

After police completely swept the home, no weapons were found in or near the house. The incident was triggered by a domestic situation involving custody of a child. No names have been released as of press time.

Six Nations Police arrested a man in his 20’s at the scene. The man was taken to Hospital for a mental health assessment.

There are a number of Criminal charges pending against the man.

Six Nations Police continue to investigate.

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