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Saint John, N.B., police investigate possible shooting, lock down schools

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Police tape cordons off an area outside Pennsylvania governor's official residence in Harrisburg, Pa., Monday, April 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Police in Saint John, N.B., are investigating a possible shooting in the area of King's Square.

They are asking the public to shelter in place.

Police say schools in the area are under lockdown.

A police spokesperson says the force cannot release more information at this time.

They will update the public when they can.

King's Square is an urban park in uptown Saint John.

This report was first published by The Canadian Press on May 13, 2025.

The Canadian Press

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