A 32-year-old man was arrested in Wiikwemkoong after a shooting early this morning. The victim was airlifted to a Sudbury hospital with a gunshot wound. The suspect faces charges including attempted homicide. Police state there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
WIIKWEMKOONG, ON — At 12:01 a.m. officers responded to a report of a male being shot in the village of Wiikwemkoong.
Officers located the individual who sustained a gunshot wound. He was transported by ORNGE to Health Sciences North (HSN) in Sudbury for medical treatment.
A 32-year-old male from Wiikwemkoong was arrested at the scene and charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada:
Police can confirm that there is no ongoing threat to public safety. An increased police presence will be maintained in the areas of Andrew Street and Henry Street while the investigation continues.
The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service thanks the UCCM Police and OPP for their assistance during the response.
Anyone with details about the incident, or who may have CCTV footage from the area, is encouraged to contact the Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service at 705‑370‑3141. Tips may also be submitted through our website at wtps.ca or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477.