A shelter-in-place order was initiated in Novato yesterday due to an incident involving US Coast Guard Security and an unidentified individual at the Coast Guard housing area. The Novato Police Department, along with the Novato Fire Department, the Marin County Sheriff's Office, and the San Rafael Police, responded to the situation. According to sources, residents were advised to remain indoors in several neighborhoods, including the Coast Guard Housing area around S Oakwood Drive, Bolling Circle, Smart Hamilton Station, and Marin Valley Mobile Home Park, as reported by the Novato Police Department.
While the details about the altercation are sparse, a noticeable concentration of emergency vehicles and personnel flooded into the area. The authorities, dealing with an unknown suspect, maintained a large presence to ensure public safety. In a statement, public officials emphasized the importance of vigilance and recommended reporting any suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1.
The shelter-in-place order was eventually lifted after officers concluded their activity in the area. Residents were informed that it was safe to leave their homes and continue with their daily activities as usual. The Novato Police Department did caution them to remain alert and provided a non-emergency contact number (415-897-1122) for any further reports of suspicious behavior or concerns.
