Unfolding Incident on Brazil Street in St. John’s

The RNC are dealing with an unfolding incident in the area of Brazil Street in the downtown area of St. John’s.

Police are asking local residents to remain in their homes and local traffic to avoid the area and take an alternate route. The area south of Lemarchant Road between Casey Street and Barters Hill to New Gower Street.

There will be a heavy police presence in the area until the matter is resolved.

The weapons offence in the area of Brazil St in St. John's is believed to be firearms-related, & the area remains contained by officers as the investigation continues.