July 17, 2024 3:43 PM
The Saskatoon Police Service has concluded at the scene of an explosives threat in the 100 block of Hospital Drive.
At approximately 11:30 a.m. today, July 17, 2024, police were called to a hospital in the 100 block of Hospital Drive for a report of a man in a vehicle believed to possibly be armed with an explosive device outside of the ambulance bay. Members of Patrol, the Crisis Negotiation Team, Tactical Support Unit, Canine Unit, and Explosive Disposal Unit, along with the Saskatoon Fire Department, Emergency Management Organization, and Medavie Health Services West responded to the scene. Continued investigation determined that the 47-year-old man was not in possession of an explosive device and, through ongoing negotiation, he voluntarily exited the vehicle and was apprehended by police under the Mental Health Services Act without further incident. A search of the vehicle did not locate anything that would be considered a threat to public safety.
The Saskatoon Police Service is appreciative of the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s partnership and communication throughout the duration of this incident.
Police are responding to an ongoing incident in the 100 block of Hospital Drive. Traffic restrictions are in place and members of the public are asked to avoid the area.
An update will be provided as more information becomes known.