Ontario’s largest police services are adjusting how they interact with members of the public in non-emergency situations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with some even closing their facilities.
York Regional Police north of Toronto and the Waterloo Regional Police Service have closed their buildings to the public. York police say there won’t be any changes in procedures when they are responding to emergencies, but anyone else seeking police assistance will be asked screening questions to limit the potential spread of illness.
London police have asked members of the public not to go to their headquarters “unless absolutely necessary.” If people go, they will be subject to “brief, non-intrusive screening related to the COVID-19 health risks.” P
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