Three people arrested following police standoff in Kamloops

Three people were arrested following a police standoff on the North Shore of Kamloops Wednesday (July 20) afternoon.

Kamloops RCMP responded to a report of gunshots being fired at the 100 block of Yew Street at around 1:05 p.m., and the three people were taken into custody just before 6:45 p.m.

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Once officers identified a home connected to the suspected gunshots, they set up a presence and asked the public to keep clear. Nearby residents were told to shelter in place.

In a news release issued Thursday (July 21) morning, Kamloops RCMP Inspector Jeff Pelley said the Yew Street standoff comes on the heels of a shooting in Dallas the night prior, although the incidents are not currently believed to be related.

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“The Kamloops RCMP Detachment realizes the inconvenience caused to the public during the police presence yesterday; we are thankful for their cooperation in helping to ensure a safe outcome for all of those in and around the area,” Pelly said.

Anyone with information related to the investigation is asked to contact Kamloops RCMP.