Gun fired inside home during robbery north of Casselman
Posted Nov 5, 2020 09:39:00 PM.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is searching for a pair of suspects following a home invasion in Clarence-Rockland, in which they say a gun was fired.
Police responded to a call from a home on County Road 8, north of Casselman, on Wednesday, November 4, just after 2 a.m.
Officers say two men broke into the home and assaulted a 31-year old man.
The victim was taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries, while a woman who was in the house was not seriously injured.
Police say a handgun was seen during the incident and a shot was fired within the home.
The culprits fled the scene, taking a some cash and a few other items.
The individuals involved are described as:
Suspect #1:
- White man
- Approximately 6' 0'' tall
- Dressed in black clothing, carrying a grey gym bag with white writing on it
Suspect #2:
- 5' 5″ tall
- Brown eyes
- Thin beard
- Dressed in black
The OPP Forensic Identification Services Unit is assisting Russell County OPP and Russell OPP Crime Unit with the investigation.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Russell County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477.
