By 1075 Beach Radio News/ Pete McIntyre

Man injured in Vernon shooting

May 2, 2018 | 10:28 AM

VERNON — A man was injured after a shooting in Vernon early Tuesday.

RCMP responded to a report that a man had been shot and injured in the 3900 block of 33rd Street around 2 a.m. that morning.

“The victim, a 21 year old Vernon male, sustained non-life threatening injuries and was transported by BC Ambulance Service to the nearest medical facility,” says Cst. Kelly Brett.

Brett says the investigation is in its early stages, and preliminary information suggests it was not a random act, and police do not believe public safety is at risk.

RCMP are asking anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the area of 3900 block of 33rd street, or may have any information, to call Vernon RCMP GIS at 250-545-7171. Or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or leaving a tip online at www.nokscrimestoppers.com.

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