The Lethbridge Police Service is investigating a high-risk incident in downtown Lethbridge. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

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LPS on scene of high-risk incident

Jul 31, 2025 | 12:04 PM

UPDATE (2:20 p.m. Thursday): The Lethbridge Police Service says a man has been taken into custody in connection with a high-risk incident.

The public can resume use of the area.

No further details are being released by LPS at this time.

Original Story:

The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is asking the public to stay clear of a high-risk incident in the city.

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Officers are on scene at the 900 block of 1 Avenue South.

They say an armed man is inside a building that is currently under construction.

We will have more details as they become available.