Police services on Manitoulin Island are reported to be investigating a shooting incident in the Wiikwemkoong area, but there has yet to be any official confirmation from the police at this time.
Ontario Provincial Police and Wiikwemkoong Tribal Police are working on the investigation, according to social media postings.
The Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (WUT) Communications social media Facebook page had the following notice:
Active Incident Monday June 19th, 2023 6:07AM
The community-wide lockdown has been lifted. It is safe to go outdoors.
All WBE schools and all workplaces operated by WUT will be closed Monday June 19th, 2023.
We will continue to provide updates as they become available.
Mnidoo Mnising Crisis Team is available - 705-348-1937
Miigwech for your understanding and cooperation.
The Wikwemikong Police website posted its own warning:
"WARNING: Take no action to apprehend a wanted person yourself. Report any information to the WTPS or the Police Service in your area. You can also contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
The Manitoulin Expositor Newspaper posted a notice of breaking news saying the police were investigating a multiple shooting incident, but added that specific details are unconfirmed.
The OPP and Indigenous police services have yet to confirm other details.