Nova Scotia RCMP say they have taken a suspect into custody in relation to an active shooting investigation Sunday morning.
51-year-old Gabriel Wortman was arrested as the primary suspect in the shooting, which took place in the rural community of Portapique, west of Truro.
A statement from police Sunday morning said there were several victims.
Gabriel Wortman, suspect in active shooter investigation, is now in custody. More information will be released when available. Thank you for your cooperation and support. #Colchester
— RCMP, Nova Scotia (@RCMPNS) April 19, 2020
RCMP had been looking for a silver Chevrolet Tracker travelling southbound on Highway 102.
The vehicle was last spotted in the Milford area.
Police initially responded to a call of a firearm complaint on Sunday morning.
Gabriel Wortman, suspect in active shooter investigation, now believed to be driving small silver Chevrolet SUV. Travelling southbound on Hwy #102 from #Brookfield area If seen, call 911.
— RCMP, Nova Scotia (@RCMPNS) April 19, 2020
A previous release from Nova Scotia RCMP indicated Wortman was driving a vehicle similar to an RCMP vehicle and could be be wearing an RCMP uniform.
