Sophie Demers

LJI Reporter

Heavy police presence was reported in a Deschênes neighbourhood on the afternoon of May 18 near rue Lamoureux and chemin Vanier.

Concerned residents called police after reportedly hearing gunshots. The noise seemed to be coming from the wooded area between rue Lamoureux and the river. Police spoke with several individuals who had heard the noise.

Police set a security perimeter around the area and conducted a search with the help of drones and the canine unit. Gatineau police state that officers conducting the search were unable to determine the source of the noise.

“We went over the area with a fine-tooth comb, making sure it was safe. People in the area had the good sense to contact the police, and we encourage everyone to do so in such a situation,” said Patrick Kenney, public relations officer with the Gatineau police.

Photo: Police on the scene after Deschênes residents reported hearing what they believed were gunshots (SD) Photo: Melissa Barr