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UPDATE: Scene cleared after OPP investigation in Leamington

Ontario Provincial Police in Leamington has cleared the scene following a heavy police presence in the town.

Essex County OPP responded to a disturbance call at an address within the 100 block of Talbot Street East on Thursday afternoon.

The West Region OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, OPP Canine Unit, and the OPP Crisis Negotiation Unit also attended the scene.

Area residents were alerted about an increased police presence and told to avoid the area.

In an update Thursday evening, police said there was no threat to public safety.

On Friday morning, the OPP said no one was arrested and it considers the matter closed.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online.

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