37-Year-Old Arrested After Standoff In Campbell River

RCMP in Campbell River have arrested a man after a standoff at a condo complex on the Island Highway.

Police responded to a disturbance at the home on Wednesday afternoon.

It was determined that the suspect, a 37-year-old man, had been causing a disturbance throughout the day, prompting calls to police.

The man eventually barricaded himself inside and threatened to harm police.

A statement from the Island District RCMP says officers on scene tried to communicate with the man but he said he was armed and wanted to kill police officers.

The Vancouver Island Emergency Response Team was mobilized to assist as attempts to de-escalate the situation were not successful.

According to a release, officers were eventually able to enter the home and take the suspect into custody without injury.