Heavy OPP presence in Severn township after Hwy 11 closed Tuesday morning | CBC News
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Police have reopened Highway 11 after lifting a shelter in place advisory, but there remains a significant police presence in Severn township. Highway 11 was closed earlier between Severn River Road and Coopers Falls Road as well as Canning Road and Graham Road due to an ongoing investigation. The Ontario Provincial Police issued a public safety advisory requesting that people avoid the area and instructed commuters in the closed zone to stay in their vehicles with doors locked. Authorities ask anyone to report suspicious activity to assist with the investigation.
Highway 11 was reopened after a shelter in place advisory was lifted, but authorities maintain a significant police presence in Severn township during an ongoing investigation.
Ontario Provincial Police initially closed Highway 11 between Severn River Road and Coopers Falls Road and between Canning Road and Graham Road, advising the public to avoid the area.
There was an earlier incident prompting a public safety advisory, where commuters were instructed to remain in their vehicles and keep doors locked.
People are urged to report any suspicious activity to the police as investigations continue in the area.
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