“RCMP Pursue Armed Suspect After Firearm Incident at Festival”

RCMP in Fort Smith, N.W.T., issued a shelter-in-place directive just past 3 a.m. on Saturday while pursuing an armed male suspect. Reports from the Fireweed Festival organizers on social media indicated a “serious incident” involving a firearm during the kickoff event at Dirty O’Fergies, with unconfirmed injuries to several individuals. The RCMP is actively seeking the armed male suspect, described as wearing a grey sweater, and has established a community portal for the public to submit digital evidence. Residents are urged to stay indoors, avoid opening doors for strangers, and refrain from sharing photos of law enforcement on social platforms. Despite the situation, CBC’s Jared Monkman is broadcasting live from Fort Smith this weekend for “The Weekender,” scheduled to air at 6 a.m. MT, accessible via radio or CBC Listen.