‘Shelter in place' lifted following standoff in Tillsonburg
Tillsonburg residents on Concession Street east between Maple Lane and Tillson Avenue are being asked by police to 'shelter in place' on June 24, 2025. (Source: OPP)
OPP in Tillsonburg reported an increased police presence in the east part of the town on Tuesday for a standoff.
Residents on Concession Street east between Maple Lane and Tillson Avenue were asked to 'shelter in place.'
The incident ended shortly after 6 p.m. when a man surrendered without incident.
Police put the man in handcuffs, taking him to an ambulance to be taken to hospital.
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