Police investigating “suspicious” person wielding screwdrivers in Mississauga

Published September 2, 2020 at 7:33 pm

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Police are responding to reports regarding a “suspicious person” in Mississauga.

Peel police say residents have reportedly witnessed a male walking on the sidewalk in the Hurontario St. and King St. area while holding several screwdrivers. 

Police say they have received a complaint indicating that the male may potentially harm someone with the screwdrivers.

A call regarding the incident was received at 3:00 pm.

UPDATE:

Police say that the male has been located by officers and that he is being taken to a local hospital under the authority of the Mental Health Act to receive support. 

No injuries have been reported. 

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