Fog Blog Canada News Log: Armed Man Tries To Storm Rideau Hall:

Details are beginning to emerge about the armed man from rural Manitoba who gained entry to the grounds of Rideau Hall Thursday morning.

On Thursday, several police vehicles swarmed Rideau Hall, the Governor General's residence and the prime minister's temporary home, after RCMP said Corey Hurren, 46, breached the Thomas Gate at around 6:30 a.m.

CBC has confirmed Corey Hurren is a member of the Canadian Rangers, a component of the Canadian Army Reserve that serves in the remote and coastal regions, typically offering help with national security and public safety operations.

He's now facing several charges and is set to appear in court Friday..