On Aug.12, Grande Prairie RCMP were called to assist with an unknown situation at the Provincial Court House Building.

Around 11:00 a.m. two employees inside the Provincial Court house building felt ill and there was a concern for air quality issues. As a result, RCMP, EMS and the Grande Prairie Fire department were called and the building was evacuated. One female was assessed on scene and one female was transported to hospital, and has since been released. The Provincial Court house was deemed safe, however will be closed for the remainder of the day.

There is no further risk to the public.

Grande Prairie RCMP are continuing to investigate this occurrence. 

Should you have any information on this incident, please call the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5700. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

Information provided by the Grande Prairie RCMP