Calgary police say they are still working to bring an armed standoff that started Thursday to a peaceful resolution.
During a news conference Friday at 4 p.m., Supt. Joe Brar with the Calgary Police Service’s operational support division described the situation as “under control” but still very dangerous.
“Risk level remains the same and it is extremely high, to both the public and the officers,” Brar said.
“The suspect is actively shooting at the Calgary Police Service.”
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Nevertheless, Brar said he is optimistic about the outcome.
“We are confident we work toward a peaceful resolution.”
On Thursday, police reported that shots were fired in the direction of tactical