Image: Mike Vanden Bosch / Pattison Media / Seabird Island First Nation band northeast of Agassiz says its reserve is under a lockdown while the RCMP search for someone in the community believed to be armed.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Seabird Island

Update: Seabird Island lockdown lifted, suspect apprehended

Dec 16, 2024 | 11:25 AM

UPDATE 3:25 P.M., MONDAY: Seabird Island now says the suspect associated with today’s community-wide lockdown in Seabird Island has been apprehended.

UPDATE 2:45 P.M., MONDAY: Seabird Island posted online at 2:29 p.m. Monday that the community-wide lockdown has been lifted. While a suspect has been confirmed, the person has not yet been apprehended. K-9 units are assisting, the situation has been localized and a formal statement will be shared later today.

UPDATE 11:24 A.M., MONDAY: Residents on Sthi:tsem Road in Seabird Island are being asked to remain indoors and to stay away from windows and doors at this time. “While it may feel safe to watch from your home, we kindly ask that you prioritize your household’s safety.”

Original story below from 11:25 a.m. Monday morning: 

SEABIRD ISLAND (AGASSIZ) — Seabird Island First Nation band northeast of Agassiz says its reserve is under a lockdown while the RCMP search for someone in the community believed to be armed.

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According to an urgent community notice on its social media channel posted at 11:08 a.m. Monday morning (Dec. 16), Seabird Island says RCMP members are currently in the community actively searching for an individual who is armed.

All Seabird Island facilities have been locked. Residents and visitors must remain indoors, lock all exits, and are urged not to approach these individuals under any circumstances.

Residents are urged to call 9-1-1 immediately if they witness anyone armed in the community.

The band is asking people to connect electronically with Elders, friends and loved ones.

An update will be released by Seabird Island once it is safe and the lockdown is concluded.