OPP investigating after firecrackers startled armoured van crew in Tweed, Ont.

An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) patch is seen in Ottawa, on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after firecrackers caused the crew of an armoured van to take cover in Tweed, Ont.

Police received a call from a resident shortly after 7:30 p.m. Tuesday reporting a potential robbery on Victoria Street North.

“An armoured van was parked outside a bank when loud bangs were heard,” police said on X. “The crew of the armoured van had taken cover, but quickly discovered that someone had set off firecrackers nearby.”

Officers spoke with the crew of the armoured van and canvassed the area for witnesses.

“What may have seemed like an innocent prank could have resulted in a much more serious incident,” the OPP said.

Anyone with information is asked the OPP Central Hastings Detachment at 1-800-222-8477 – and refer to incident E250173520.