Barrie police draw weapons as they search for Essa Road trespasser

Barrie Police officers are observed with their weapons drawn along Essa Road in Barrie, Ont., Tues., Dec. 16, 2025. (Courtesy: Kyle Butcher)

Barrie police drew their guns for a trespassing call near the Salvation Army Thrift Store on Essa Road.

Cruisers filled the area of south central Barrie when police responded to a possible gun call around 3:30 p.m.

“There was a report of someone trespassing at a property in the area and that there may have been a weapon seen,” said Jennett Mays with the Barrie Police Service.

Photos from observers at the scene showed several police officers with guns drawn on Essa Road near the Tiffin Street intersection.

“Officers were able to determine that there is no weapon and no additional people on the property,” Mays said.

When police receive a call, they must respond based on the information provided until they can determine what is actually taking place, she said.

“Which may not always be accurate,” she said.