Residents in the Lower Northfield area of Lunenburg County are being told to stay inside and lock their doors as RCMP search for a potentially dangerous man.

Police say they’re responding to an ongoing incident near civic 2275 on Northfield Road involving 44-year-old Richard MacInnis, who may be armed.

He was last seen on foot in the area and is described as six feet tall, approximately 175 pounds, with auburn hair and green eyes.

An emergency alert was issued just before 1 p.m., warning residents not to leave secure locations, pick up hitchhikers, or share the location of police.

RCMP have not said what charges MacInnis is facing but confirm this is connected to a wanted person investigation.

People are asked to call 911 in an emergency or 1-800-440-1323 with tips. Updates are being shared on RCMP Nova Scotia’s social media accounts.