Suspect in custody after gun investigation near Sheridan College

Sheridan College’s Oakville campus was briefly locked down on Tuesday when officers responded to reports of a person with a gun in the area.

Shortly after the lockdown went into effect, Halton Regional Police tweeted that a suspect was in custody.

Police say the lockdown at the college is being lifted and there is no further threat to public safety.

It’s not yet clear if a gun was recovered.

Police are asking residents to avoid the area while the investigation continues.