Tragedy struck in West Central Edmonton this morning as two police officers were shot and killed.

The incident occurred at a location that is yet to be confirmed, but a large police presence has been established in the area.

Two command posts and 132nd Street have been closed off, and the entrance of an apartment building has been blocked off with police tape.

A news conference will be held later this morning to provide more details about the incident.

The news has shocked the Inglewood neighborhood, where residents are waking up and trying to make sense of the situation.

CTV News will continue to cover this story and provide updates as they become available.