Niagara police investigate an incident in downtown St. Catharines

Niagara police are investigating the report of an alleged hostage incident involving a firearm at an apartment building in St. Catharines today. 

Officers responded to the downtown area of James Street and Raymond Street at around 10:30 a.m. and began to evacuate residences within the multi-unit apartment building. 

Police say they were able to communicate with the person in the suspects unit and the person exited peacefully. 

Further investigation determined there was no hostage situation or threat to the public. 

Police say detectives continue to investigate the circumstance around the incident. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at (905) 688-4111 ext. 1024233.