Shelter in place lifted in Fort Smith; investigation ongoing

August 22, 2026 - Fort Smith, Northwest Territories
From: Northwest Territories RCMP

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The Northwest Territories RCMP advises that the shelter-in-place order for the community has been lifted.

As a result of further investigation and a thorough risk assessment, police believe it is safe at this time to allow residents to resume normal activities. The RCMP has reasonable grounds to believe that this was a targeted attack and that there is no direct threat to the community.

Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the community as the investigation is continuing.

The RCMP would like to thank the residents and the local leadership for their patience and ongoing support.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Fort Smith RCMP at 867-872-1111 or Crime Stoppers at https://p3tips.com. In case of emergency, call 911.

Additionally, if you have photos or videos of the incident, please upload them onto this portal: https://rcmp.ca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/20261225086 
 

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