The Winnipeg Police Service has confirmed they are on the scene in a residential area for a call about weapons Friday afternoon.

"Police officers have safely taken a male into custody and will be clearing the area shortly. There have been no injuries."

Previously:

"Officers are currently on scene in the first 100 block of Furby Street for a weapons-related call," says WPS at 2:46 pm on April 30. 

Eye-witnesses say there are three cruisers on the scene and police have blocked off Furby Street. 

"We ask members of the public to avoid the area if possible," says WPS.