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North Bay police undergoing tactical training throughout the city

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North Bay police released data showing the city’s downtown is getting safer–the police chief broke down the figures from the last 5 years showing the decrease.

North Bay police are alerting the public to emergency response training happening throughout the city Wednesday.

“Do not be alarmed if you see an enhanced police presence,” police said in a news release Wednesday morning.

NB shooting last There will be a heavy police presence in the area of Holy Cross School in North Bay on Wednesday as North Bay Police investigate the shooting. The school will be closed for the day. (Eric Taschner/CTV News)

“Members of the North Bay Police Service’s emergency response team will be conducting training exercises at E.W. Norman Public School on Lake Heights Road and in other areas of the city.”

Officers wearing tactical gear will be undergoing training exercises and drones may be used.

“Training is not expected to result in the closure of any streets or the disruption of daily activities for members of the public,” police said.

“The North Bay Police Service’s emergency response team utilizes specialized skills, tactics, and equipment to protect public safety and respond to unpredictable situations. Members of the North Bay Police Service ERT receive regular training to effectively respond to all manner of high-risk incidents.”