FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, December 20, 2017 11:28am
(Ottawa) –The Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that took place prior to 3:45am this morning. A 25-year-old male victim, suffering from gunshot wounds, walked into a local hospital. His injuries are considered non life-threatening.
The male has given little information to the investigators. A crime scene where the shooting took place has not been established.
Investigators are seeking public assistance for any information of gunshots or suspicious activity relating to gunshots.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Ottawa Police's Guns and Gangs Unit at 613-236-1222, ext.5050. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by downloading the Ottawa Police app.
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Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366