6 days ago
Public urged to shelter in place as police search for armed suspect in Summerside
Police are warning residents in Summerside to shelter in place as they search for a potentially armed and dangerous individual in the city.
An emergency alert issued Wednesday morning identified the suspect as Mitchell Lannigan, a white male who is believed to be on foot in the Water Street East area. The alert says he is believed to be "armed and dangerous."
Lannigan is described as having brown hair and brown eyes, with a medium build. He is approximately five feet eight inches tall and weighs about 200 pounds.
Residents are being urged to stay indoors and not to approach the suspect. A heavy police presence is currently in the area.
Anyone who sees Lannigan or has information about his location is urged to call 911 immediately.
