A high-risk incident is unfolding in north Lethbridge and police are asking the public to avoid the area. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

update: Suspect arrested

Lethbridge Police responding to high-risk incident

Mar 31, 2025 | 12:29 PM

UPDATE (Apr. 1) The Lethbridge Police Service says a woman has been taken into custody. The public may resume regular use of the area. LPS says, as this is a matter related to mental health, no further information will be released.

Original Story:

The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) says it is dealing with a “high-risk” incident in the city.

The matter is taking place on the 2100 block of 5 Avenue North.

Details are the nature of the incident are not available at this time.

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LPS is asking the public to avoid the area.

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