The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested a suspect and filed multiple charges after a shooting incident in Oakville.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 5:30 a. m. on Sunday, March 29th, near Lakeshore Road and Fourth Line. A male victim was taken to the hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening, and authorities believe the shooting was intentional.
Authorities report that an 18-year-old man from Barrie has been detained in relation to the case. Jayon Burgher faces several charges, including:
Careless Use of a Firearm Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle Use a Firearm While Committing an Offence Discharge Firearm with Intent Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose Mischief to Property – Over $5000
Police indicate that the accused is currently in custody awaiting a bail hearing in Milton.
The investigation into this shooting is still ongoing. Detectives are looking for more suspects and urge anyone with information about this case to reach out to the Major Crime Bureau (MCB) at 905-825-4777 or the (MCB) tip line at 905-825-4776.
Tips can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online.
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