Surrey RCMP Dealing With ‘Unfolding Police Incident’ In Newton Area

Darpan News Desk , 16 Feb, 2016 10:40 AM

Multiple armed Mounties are said be responding to an “unfolding police incident” onto a busy road in Surrey

A huge area of 72nd Avenue in the Newton area was behind police tape and at least eight RCMP vehicles could be seen in the area.

Road closures remain in effect due to police incident 136 st/72 ave. We will provide an update as soon as possible.
— Surrey RCMP (@SurreyRCMP) February 16, 2016

Police have not divulges any further details.

72nd Avenue was closed from King George Blvd. to 138th Street, and RCMP cautioned the public to avoid the area.

We are responding to a police incident in the 13600 block of 72 ave. Road closure in effect. Will update when we have more info.
— Surrey RCMP (@SurreyRCMP) February 16, 2016

Photo: CTV

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