Four Hamilton police officers are receiving treatment for smoke inhalation after being charged at by a woman in distress wielding a flamethrower.
Earlier today, emergency crews were dispatched to a home on Magnolia Drive, between the Linc and Mohawk Road West.
Residents in the neighbourhood noticed a heightened police presence in and around the area.
Paramedics were also seen in front of the home.
No further details about the incident have been released at this time.
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