Police arrest several individuals after suspects barricaded themselves in Saanich home

Saanich Police arrested seven individuals after they allegedly broke into a home and barricaded themselves inside. 

Just before 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26th, Saanich Police received a report of a break and enter in progress in the 100 block of Battleford Avenue.

Patrol officers, members of the Integrated Canine Service and the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team (GVERT) responded and contained the scene around the home. 

Investigators say they determined that several individuals had allegedly entered the residence and refused to leave. 

Because of this, police classified the incident as a “barricaded subject situation.”

Saanich Police say the barricade situation was resolved at approximately 2:30 p.m., with seven suspects being taken into custody without incident.

The investigation is ongoing.