Parry Sound ‘incident’ under investigation, one person in custody

An increased police presence in Parry Sound was announced by Ontario Provincial Police on July 31, 2025, as authorities were investigating an incident potentially involving an armed individual. The Ontario Provincial Police crest with a police cruiser's lights flashing red and blue behind it is shown in this image. (File photo/Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police)

Ontario Provincial Police warned residents of an increased police presence in Parry Sound on Thursday afternoon as officers were deployed as part of an active investigation.

In a social media post at 1:49 p.m., OPP advised the public to expect a heavy police presence in the area of Miller Street, Mary Street, and William Street.

Shelter-in-place order issued

Less than an hour later, at 2:47 p.m., police issued a shelter-in-place order for residents in the same areas along with Rosetta Street, James Street, Gibson Street and McMurray Street.

“Officers are responding to reports of potentially armed individuals,” OPP said in the updated social media post. “Please stay indoors in a secured location and/or avoid the area.”

Residents were urged to monitor police communications for further updates.

Order lifted, one arrested

By 3:02 p.m., the shelter-in-place order was lifted and police confirmed one individual had been taken into custody.

“Members of the public may resume their regular activities but are advised of a police presence as the investigation concludes,” OPP said.

The investigation remains ongoing and authorities continue to ask anyone with information about the incident to contact OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

No further details about the nature of the incident or the individual in custody were immediately released.

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