The RCMP out of Stonewall has issued an alert as they are searching for a fugitive.

Just after noon today RCMP urged residents of Stonewall to lock the doors to their homes and vehicles and go inside. 

This was done out of an abundance of caution after officers followed a stolen car into Stonewall and saw people flee the vehicle.

The Facebook post was updated just an hour and a half later as RCMP notified the residents that they remain on the lookout for one male suspect who has left the Stonewall area. 

One person was taken into custody at the scene and two people fled.

There is no threat to public safety and it is not believed any suspects are still within the town.

The suspect is described as having extensive tattoos and wearing a white T-shirt.

Anyone who sees something suspicious in the town is asked to call the Stonewall detachment with the information.

 This is an ongoing investigation.