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By Roger White-Q101 Merritt

Pellet Gun

Merritt RCMP seeking information after an assault with a pellet gun

Aug 16, 2024 | 7:15 AM

MERRITT, B.C. — Merritt RCMP are seeking information pertaining to a pellet gun assault that occurred in front of the Old Barley Market.

At around 6:00 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 14), police responded to a report of a male being shot in the head with a pellet gun in front of the Old Barley Market on Quilchena Avenue.

Upon arrival to the area, officers immediately located the suspect, who was taken into custody without any issues.

The victim was not located and fled the scene shortly after the incident occurred. The extent of his injuries are unknown and police are trying to locate him.

Through investigation, it was determined that all parties were known to each other and the victim was targeted by the suspect.

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The suspect was held for investigation and then released on conditions.

Anyone with information about the incident, or who knows the whereabouts of the victim and has not yet spoken to police, is asked to call Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.