Police investigating shooting in Alta Vista area

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. 

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

The investigation continues. 

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