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RCMP investigate weekend shooting in Fort McMurray

A file photo of an RCMP cruiser. The Canadian Press

RCMP in Fort McMurray are investigating after two people were injured in a shooting on Saturday evening.

In a news release, Wood Buffalo RCMP said officers were called to the area near 111 Charles Ave. at around 7:30 p.m. for reports of gunshots.

Two people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

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RCMP believe the shooting was targeted and say it is being investigated as attempted murder.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Wood Buffalo RCMP at 780-788-4000 or to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously.

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