2 injured during afternoon shooting in downtown Hamilton

Two people were sent to hospital with minor injuries following a shooting in downtown Hamilton on Sunday afternoon, police say.

Investigators believe the incident happened sometime just after 4 p.m. and are seeking surveillance camera footage from residents and businesses in the area of Hess Street North and Market Street.

A police forensics team and a K9 unit were at the scene canvassing the neighbourhood.

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Detectives say shell casings were found in the area as well as evidence of damage to some vehicles.

No suspect information has been released. The investigation is ongoing.

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