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Heavy police presence at incident in Kelowna, Highway 97 traffic redirected

Police cruisers blocking traffic along Highway 97 in Kelowna, B.C., on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Global News

Kelowna Mounties are asking area residents to steer clear of a neighbourhood where there’s a serious police incident underway.

Police said the unfolding incident requires a heavy officer presence along the 100 block of Adams Road, and they’re asking the public to remain out of the area until the matter is resolved.

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Highway 97 is closed between Sexsmith Road and Edwards Road — the Reid’s Corner area — and traffic is being redirected to remain out of the area of the incident.

This story will be updated as more information is known.

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