St. Thomas, Ont., police say a man suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds after a shooting at a residence Saturday morning.
Shortly before 9:30 a.m., officials announced officers were in the area of Palm Street for an investigation and asked the public to avoid the area.
Half an hour later, police confirmed a shooting took place. Officials believed it was targeted with no risk to the public.
Around 11:30 a.m., police said the area had reopened.
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Police say the victim was rushed to hospital where he remains in critical condition.
Anyone with information is asked to call St. Thomas police at 519-631-1224 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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