One dead, one arrested in Latchford OPP investigation

The OPP says one person is dead and another is under arrest after a wild night just north of Latchford.

Yesterday evening around 5 p.m., Kirkland Lake OPP tried to stop a vehicle in the area of Government Road West and Woods Street in Kirkland Lake.

The vehicle failed to stop, say police, and officers from the Kirkland Lake OPP and the Temiskaming OPP engaged in a "suspect apprehension pursuit" more commonly called a police chase.

"One person is deceased, and one person has been taken into custody. Residents should anticipate an increased police presence in the area," A/S/Sgt Robert Simpson says in a release.

As a result of the incident, a shelter-in-place was issued in the Latchford and surrounding area and has since been lifted. At this time, there are no ongoing concerns for public safety.

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As of noon today, Highway 11 remains closed from Portage Bay Road to Highway 11B for investigation. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes or avoid the area if possible.

The OPP has notified the SIU, which has invoked its mandate. As a result, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information.