In a briefing just before 6:30 p.m., police said they did not reveal any other indications of a possible third suspect and are seeking advice on shelter. Block 3600 on Shelbourne Street remained closed as emergency crews awaited the arrival of the RCMP bomb team from the mainland due to a possible explosive device on a vehicle believed to be related to the suspects. “The information is unclear about this and we are trying to confirm it,” Sanic police chief Dean Duthy told a news conference late in the afternoon at the department’s headquarters. “We are taking all necessary security measures, we have asked all these areas around the bank to stay in their homes and lock their doors.” Police plan to inform the public, he said, through the media and social media. Three of the injured GVERT officers are members of the Saanich Police Department, while the others are members of the Victoria Police Department. Both departments stand behind all members and their families in this traumatic moment, said both Duthie and current VicPD chief Colin Watson. Although he could not provide further details on the exact condition of the officers who were treated, Duthie said in a statement: “We expect some officers to be released after emergency treatment, while others were seriously injured and taken to the operating room.” No civilians were injured in the first incident. “As far as I know about this chaotic, tragic, dynamic, violent scene, the fact that no citizen was injured in any way is truly amazing and I am so grateful for that. “The police were really injured because they did what they signed up to do, to protect the public, to respond to the danger and to keep people safe,” Duthie said. More updates on the status of the officers will be available as soon as they become available. READ MORE: Witnesses report 15-50 gunshots during atrocities in Saanich Police responded shortly after 11 p.m. on June 28, after receiving reports that two armed men had entered a bank at 3600-block on Shelbourne Street. Police, including members of the GVERT who Duthie said happened to be operating in the area, met with the suspects as they were leaving the bank. During an exchange of gunfire – witnesses who spoke to Black Press Media estimated that they heard dozens of gunshots – two suspects were shot by police and died on the spot. Duthie confirmed a report that the suspects were wearing some kind of armor during the robbery. Notice was issued for the installation of a shelter for the North Dairy Road to Cedar Hill Cross Road and Richmond Road to Cedar Hill Road before it was lifted. “Every day, the police put their lives on the line to protect our communities. “Today is a strong reminder of the crucial role that police play in maintaining the security of our neighborhoods,” said BC Public Security Secretary Mike Farnworth in a statement. “I want to thank the Saanich and Victoria police stations, along with the neighboring Greater Victoria police services, including the RCMP, Oak Bay and Central Saanich police stations, for their help and support. “As always, the first responders and volunteers also came quickly to help and we really appreciate their dedication.” Like many people across the country, I am shocked and saddened by the violence in Saanich, British Columbia. I hold in my thoughts the policemen who were injured in today’s shooting – and their colleagues who also rushed to the danger to keep people safe. – Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) June 29, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trinto issued a statement on social media about the incident. “Like many people across the country, I’m shocked and saddened by the violence in Saanich. ” He wrote. The Office of Independent Investigations (ICS) is investigating this incident, as is the case with all shootings involving BC police officers. Do you have a story tip? Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. West Shore breaking news
