Police investigating shooting in Alta Vista area

By CityNews Ottawa

Posted Jul 18, 2022 07:31:00 PM.

Ottawa police officers are investigating a daytime shooting in the Alta Vista area.

The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) said officers responded to reports of shots fired at 2:22 p.m. on Monday, July 18 in the area of Lamira Street and Rooney's Lane.

Shell casings were found at the location, and the OPS is asking people to avoid the area.

One person is in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation continues.

Patrol officers are on scene near Lamira and Rooney’s Lane in response to shots fired. Shell casings have been recovered.

The investigation continues. Please avoid the area.#ottnews

— Ottawa Police (@OttawaPolice) July 18, 2022

Anyone with information is asked to call the OPS at 613-236-1222, extension 3566.

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