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Victim seriously injured after daytime shooting in Burlington: police

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WATCH: Halton Regional Police said officers responded to the area of Guelph Line and New Street at around 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday for reports of a male victim with a gunshot wound to his leg. The victim was taken to hospital and is reported to have serious injuries. As of Tuesday afternoon, no arrests had been made – Apr 4, 2023

A victim has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a daylight shooting in Burlington, police say.

Halton Regional Police said officers responded to the area of Guelph Line and New Street at around 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday for reports of a male victim with a gunshot wound to his leg.

The victim was taken to hospital and is reported to have serious injuries.

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There was a heavy police presence in the area after the shooting. Officers said there is no ongoing risk to public safety.

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One or more suspects are still outstanding and no arrests have been made, police said, adding that there are also no suspect descriptors available.

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Anyone with information was asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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