Heavily armed officers and the canine unit flooded the Woodfield area on Tuesday afternoon for a report of a gunman, but came up empty handed.
Police say a 911 caller reported an armed man near the intersection of Princess St. and William St. A perimeter was quickly set up as officers searched the area. Lord Roberts Public School was put under lockdown.
After searching the area the tactical team cleared the area around 4:10pm.
The alleged gunman is described as being of First Nations decent, 5'10" tall, slim to medium build and between 17-18 years old. He was wearing a red t-shirt with white insignia, blue jeans, a baseball cap, a black backpack and a red bandana.
Police say they have not been able to determine if there was a gun.
Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to contact police or CrimeStoppers.
