Update:
Grenville County OPP say the male has been taken into custody.
Police say there is no risk to public safety.
Officers have cleared the area and they are thanking the public for their assistance.
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Update: 5:02 p.m.
Police have provided a clothing description update for the suspect.
They are asking Maitland residents to be on the look-out for a male wearing a white shirt and brown shorts.
The male is believed to have changed clothing.
Please remain indoors and avoid the Maitland area.
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Update: 4:46 p.m.
Police say there continues to be a large police presence in Maitland.
Officers are continuing the search for the wanted individual.
Residents should continue to remain indoors.
If you see an individual matching the description, call 9-1-1 immediately.
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Update: 3:45 p.m.
Police say they have been in touch with school officials to discuss safety concerns and ensure any impacted buses are redirected.
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Update: 3:28 p.m.
Grenville County OPP say a large number of officers and the canine unit are continuing the search.
Residents are again asked to remain indoors.
If you see an individual matching the description, call 9-1-1 immediately.
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Police are asking Maitland residents to stay indoors as they search for a wanted man.
Grenville County OPP say they are on the lookout for a white male with scruffy blonde hair and a scruffy beard and wearing long red shorts or pants and a white shirt.
Police say he may be armed.
You’re asked not to approach but instead call police if you see someone matching this description.
Police say they is a heavy police presence in the area.
