Portion of major Barrie road closed for ongoing investigation

Barrie police have blocked off Essa Road at Burton Avenue in Barrie, Ont. on Sun., April 19, 2026 for an ongoing investigation. (CTV News/Jocelyn Martin)

An alleged ongoing assault investigation has closed a portion of Essa Road in Barrie Sunday morning.

The two people in connection with the investigation are known to each other, according to Barrie police.

Authorities say multiple police resources are on scene and are working to contact the suspect, who they think is in a residence on Essa Road.

Paramedics and a police dog were seen on site as well.

As a result of the ongoing investigation, Essa Road is closed between Gowan Street and Burton Avenue.

There is no other information available from police at this time.