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Calgary Police Contain Crescent Heights Shooting to Residence

Police ordered residents on the 500 block to shelter in place, directing those displaced to Crescent Heights High School.

Overview

  • CPS says a suspect with a gun fired at officers and into the surrounding community on Crescent Road N.W.
  • The incident began in the late afternoon Thursday, with officers called around 3:40–4:00 p.m.
  • Police describe the situation as an active shooter event confined to a single home.
  • Residents were told to lock doors and, if possible, move to a below-ground level for safety.
  • No injuries have been reported so far as officers continue their on-scene response and investigation.