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Suspect sought following report of gun at Vernon beach

Witnesses told police that an altercation between two people had taken place on the dock but no weapon was seen
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An altercation at Kal Beach drew RCMP following reports of a gun.

Vernon North Okanagan RCMP were called to a disturbance on Kalamalka Beach Monday evening involving a possible firearm.

Witnesses told police around 7:50 p.m. July 8 that an altercation between two people had taken place on the dock and the suspect allegedly threatened to produce a firearm. However no firearm was seen by witnesses. 

"When arriving on scene, police learned the suspect had departed the area," said Cpl. Tania Finn, media relations officer. "Despite conducting numerous patrols, police were unable to locate the suspect." 

No arrests were made and police continue to investigate the incident.
 



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