Victoria Police say that the incident has been resolved and that the package has been deemed not a threat.
Surrounding roads have since reopened.
The roads are now open as the package has been deemed not be a threat. Our investigation continues. #yyj
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) February 11, 2019
Earlier:
A suspicious package that was discovered near Victoria’s Provincial Court downtown has prompted police to block off the building to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Officers were called to the courthouse at approximately 9:40 a.m. Monday morning, and proceeded to evacuate the building. Police have blocked off surrounding roads, including the intersection of Blanshard and Courtney Streets.
VicPD are warning drivers to expect traffic delays in the area.
We currently are on scene in the area of the court house for a suspicious package that was located outside. Expect traffic delays in the area while we investigate. #yyjtraffic
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) February 11, 2019
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call VicPD at 250-995-7654 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Victoria Buzz has reached out to Victoria Police and is awaiting a response.
More to come.
