Shooting investigation in the East end: seeking witnesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, July 22, 2021   9:40am

(Ottawa) — The Ottawa Police Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday evening in the area of Paul Avenue and Centre Street.

At approximately 9:40pm on July 21, 2021, Frontline Officers responded to a call for shots fired.

On scene, Officers located spent shell casings. No one was injured.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who may have information about this incident and residents in this area or who may have video surveillance or doorbell camera footage.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the 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 or at crimestoppers.ca.

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Tel: 613-236-1222, ext. 5366