Police respond to multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting the sound of gunshots on William Street North

On September 24, 2021, at 11:25p.m. Kawartha Lakes Police responded to William Street North in Lindsay after receiving multiple 9-1-1 calls for the sound of gunshots.

Officers attended and searched the area, finding several bullet casings and obvious signs of injury. An extensive search of the area was conducted with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police Canine Unit, the involved individuals were not located. A gunshot victim has since been identified, located at a Toronto area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. It is believed the individuals involved are known to each other. There is no threat to public safety.

The City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service Criminal Investigation Branch has taken over the investigation, with the assistance of the Forensic Identification Unit.

If you live in this area and have security cameras, police ask that you review footage and contact them with any information you believe could assist.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the City of Kawartha Lakes Police at 705-324-5252. Or if you wish to provide your information anonymously you can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or at www.khcrimestoppers.com.