A man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries following a shooting in an east Hamilton, Ont., park on Monday night.
Police say the man, 35, was shot multiple times in an incident at Montgomery Park not far from the Queenston Traffic Circle around 8:30 p.m.
Two people were seen fleeing the scene, a man and a female, following the shooting.
Hamilton Police are investigating a shooting in Montgomery Park in #HamOnt. A male has been transported to hospital with life threatening injuries. There will be a heavy police presence in the area.
— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) September 12, 2023
A 41-year-old man would later be taken into custody after he was found in possession of a firearm and suspected to be the shooter.
He’s now facing an attempted murder charge, according to a police spokesperson.
Investigators say the woman they are seeking is considered to be a witness. She’s believed to be between 30 and 40 years old.
Police say the victim was likely living in a tent in the area.
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