Increased police presence in St. Catharines, public asked to stay away

The Niagara regional police services say they are conducting a police investigation in St. Catharines Saturday afternoon.

Police posted on X just before 12:30 p.m. that they were investigating in the area of St. Paul Street West and Churchill Street.

POLICE INVESTIGATION – St. Catharines

The NRPS is currently conducting a police investigation in the area of St. Paul St. W. and Churchill St. in St. Catharines.

There is an increased police presence.

The public is asked to stay away from the area. pic.twitter.com/aY7Owrkgdn

— NRPS (@NiagRegPolice) November 23, 2024

A CHCH News reporter says there was a K9 unit along with officers in the area.

The police are asking residents to stay away from the area at this time.

The increased presence comes swiftly following a day of gun violence in the area of Riordon and Division Streets Friday afternoon.

Police have not said if the increased presence is related to the shootings, or for a different investigation.

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