An officer with a firearm at the ready, and other RCMP vehicles, could be seen Monday evening in and at the entrance to the north Red Deer Save-On Foods parking lot. Picture posted after update that tracking was over. (rdnewsNOW)

By Josh Hall | @Vancan19

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UPDATE – 10:16 p.m., Sept. 2

Red Deer RCMP say they are clear from tracking a suspect in north Red Deer.

The suspect was not located and there is no immediate risk to the community, police say.

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ORIGINAL – 7:24 p.m., Sept. 2

As of 7:24 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2, Red Deer RCMP say there is a heavy police presence while members track a suspect on the north end of town.

The suspect is described as wearing a red hat, red shirt and grey shorts.

If seen, do not approach, and call 911 immediately.

We ask that people avoid the area and refrain from posting photos of responding officers on social media.

An update will be provided when available.

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