A 48-year-old man in Fernie was apprehended under the Metal Health Act and was taken to the Fernie Hospital for evaluation.
Elk Valley RCMP officials say they got a report from the Fernie Hospital on May 8 that a local man was driving to that location with a firearm and was threatening to shoot himself.
“Elk Valley RCMP and Fernie Hospital continue to work together to ensure that the hospital has a safety plan in place for these types of situations and regular discussions are held to ensure this process is upheld,” said S/Sgt. Svend Nielsen.
The man was known to police.
Police attended the hospital and searched the area, but received new information that hew was at a location along 2nd Avenue.
Police located him and he surrendered to police without issue.
A search of his residence found no firearms.
“Elk Valley Regional RCMP are thankful to the public for responding positively and quickly to directions provided by officers on scene which helped in the quick resolution of the event,” Nielsen said.
“Our investigation is ongoing in support of Fernie Hospital.”
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