Shelter-in-Place Remains in Effect; Schools Closed Today #ItsTime #StandYourGround

 (North West Region Headquarters, ON) – Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), working in partnership with the Anishinabek Police Service, continue to search for two armed and dangerous individuals. The shelter-in-place advisory remains in effect for the Ginoogaming First Nation area, and schools in Longlac and Long Lake #58 First Nation will be closed today as a precaution.

The suspects are described as Black males, one wearing a grey jogging suit and has braided hair, and the other wearing black pants and black shoes.

Motorists travelling on Highway 11 near Longlac and Ginoogaming First Nation are advised to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary stops. If you see the suspects, do not approach them and call 911 immediately. Individuals not currently in the search area are asked to avoid travelling to the region, until further notice.

As a precautionary measure in response to the ongoing search, schools in Longlac and Long Lake #58 First Nation will be closed today to ensure the safety of students, staff, and the broader community. The following schools will be closed:

• Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School
• Marjorie Mills Public School
• École Notre-Dame-de-Fatima
• École secondaire Château-Jeunesse
• Migizi Wazisin Elementary School
• Migizi Miigwanan Secondary School
• Confederation College, Longlac Campus

The OPP recognizes the concern and anxiety this situation may cause. Every precaution is being taken to ensure public safety and bring the situation to a safe resolution.

Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available. Members of the public are encouraged to follow the OPP on X (@OPP_NWR) and Facebook (@OPPNorthWest) for real-time updates.

Public safety remains our top priority. If you observe anything suspicious, please contact the non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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