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RCMP say man shot in the foot in North Battleford, Sask.

Police in North Battleford, Sask., say an 18-year-old man was shot in the foot on Tuesday night. File / Global News

RCMP say an 18-year-old man was shot in the foot in North Battleford, Sask., on Tuesday.

At around 9:10 p.m. CT, officers were called to a shooting. Investigation revealed that the man was walking down 107 Street when he was approached by a white car with six occupants.

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Battlefords RCMP officials said the occupants were known to the man and shot him as he attempted to flee. The vehicle then left the scene.

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The man’s injury was non-life threatening and he is expected to make a full recovery.

Police officials said it remains unclear what the motive was for the shooting. The investigation is ongoing.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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