FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, January 22, 2019 11:31pm
(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Service is currently investigating a shooting that took place on the 200 block of St. Jacques Street.
At approximately 6:30pm, multiple shots were fired into a residence. A 33 year old female who was inside was struck in the shoulder and was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
It is believed that this residence was targeted by the assailant. The Guns & Gangs Unit will not be releasing any further information at this time while the investigation is ongoing. Any significant updates will be provided through the Media Relations Section.
The Guns & Gangs Unit is asking any potential witnesses to this shooting to contact investigators at 613-236-1222, ext. 5050.
Anonymoustips 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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CONTACT:
Media Relations Section
Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366