Man found on Highway 417 taken to hospital with gunshot wound
Posted May 16, 2021 03:25:00 PM.
Ottawa OPP is investigating after an 18-year-old man was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound.
Police say they responded to a 911 call on Highway 417, just before Anderson Road in the eastbound lane, shortly after 11:30 p.m. Saturday.
The man from Ottawa was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries from the wound.
The highway, that had been partially closed for five hours, has since re-opened.
At this time, police believe there is no risk to public safety.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Tips can be submitted online at OntarioCrimeStoppers.ca.