Prince George RCMP have confirmed that an arrest made on Oliver Avenue on the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 1 was due to someone having a mental health crisis.
As reported by The Citizen, officers with tactical gear and rifles were seen on the street in the Heritage area along with an armoured vehicle.
“On Aug. 1, 2025, just before 2:30 p.m., Prince George RCMP responded to a male suffering from a mental health crisis and in possession of a firearm,” read a Wednesday, Aug. 6 media release.
“Frontline police officers remained on scene and secured the area. The North District Emergency Response Team as well as the Crisis Negotiation Team responded causing the road closure of Oliver Avenue for public safety.”
Media relations officer Cst. Jenna Moore also thanked neighbourhood residents for their patience and co-operation during the police response.
