Posted by A man who is in hospital with serious injuries after suffering an apparent gunshot wound near downtown Brantford was likely targeted by the shooter, according to police.
On Friday just after 1 p.m., the Brantford Police Service responded to a 911 call about a shooting at Colborne Street and Park Avenue.
At that scene, a convenience store cordoned off with yellow tape, officers discovered a male who suffered what appears to be a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to hospital.
Numerous police officers, including canine units and the emergency response unit, were scouring the area for a suspect.
The major crime unit is investigating the shooting, which they believe was targeted and not a random act of violence.
Brantford police was aided in the investigation by the County of Brant OPP and the Hamilton Police Service “within their respective jurisdictions.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Chad Francis of the Brantford Police Service major crime unit at 519-756-0113, ext. 2272. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Tips can also be sent in at http://www.crimestoppers-brant.ca.
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