Ottawa police investigating weekend shooting in ByWard Market

By CityNews Ottawa

Posted Apr 24, 2023 05:14:09 PM.

The Ottawa Police Services (OPS) is investigating a shooting in the Byward Market that left one person injured.

Police officers were called to Clarence Street around 3 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, where a 20-year-old man was found with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

Investigators want to speak with any witnesses to the shooting, or anyone who may have cellphone or security 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 also be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca

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