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Chemainus Manhunt

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Police indicate theyre conducting a manhunt after reports of shots fired along a stretch of Chemainus Road

The community of Chemainus, located on the east shore of Vancouver Island, has been the scene of heavy police and ambulance presence since early Friday evening.

Police indicate they're conducting a manhunt after reports of shots fired along a stretch of Chemainus Road. First responder's and dozens of police vehicles and officers in camouflage with guns drawn have been seen in the area since around 6 pm.

RCMP have not released any details other than to say they are dealing with an "active situation".