The Walpole Island Police Department and the OPP have released details about an incident that occurred on Sunday.
Lambton OPP officials say on Sunday June 11th, 2017 just after 4:30 a.m., the Walpole Island Police Service was dispatched to an address on Austin Road, Walpole Island, First Nation, regarding a suspicious person.
Walpole Island Police Service attended the location and upon arrival was directed to continue eastbound on Austin Road where police observed two occupants on an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) traveling away from the area. Police attempted to stop the ATV however the driver of the ATV failed to stop.
A short time later, police allegedly observed the driver of the ATV slow down, pull out what appeared to be a long gun and then discharge a single round into the air. Police immediately stopped and requested assistance.
Lambton County OPP, Chatham-Kent OPP, West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and West Region OPP Canine initially responded and contained the area where the ATV was last seen. The area was extensively searched by Canine however the suspects could not be located.
Police remained on scene for approximately six hours before clearing the area.
The Walpole Island Police Service is continuing the investigation with the assistance of the Lambton OPP Crime Unit and the West Region OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit (FIS).
Police say there were no injuries reported by any involved party and there is no immediate threat to the public at this time.
Walpole Island Police Service is asking that if anyone has any information regarding the person(s) involved in this incident to contact the Walpole Island Police Service at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 627-6011, or their nearest police authority.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward.
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