OPP attempt high-risk takedown in Ancaster

Ontario Provincial Police say a suspect is still at large after officers attempted a high-risk takedown in Ancaster.

It happened around 8 p.m. Monday at the Esso gas station at 1136 Golf Links Rd.

OPP were involved in a ‘multi-agency investigation’ when plain clothes officers attempted to stop a suspect on Golf Links Rd.

Police say they conducted a high-risk takedown during which shots were fired.

OPP Staff Sergeant Carolle Dionne said she could not confirm if anyone was injured as a result of the gun shots.

Police say there are no public safety concerns at this time.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information relating to this investigation is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).