Peterborough police seek suspect in early-morning shooting

A man in the Park and Romaine Street area was found with gunshot wounds to his leg

Police car lights. (Stock photo)

Peterborough police are seeking a suspect after a man was found with gunshot wounds early Wednesday morning (June 8).

At around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, officers were called to the area of Park Street and Romaine Street where they located a man with gunshot wounds to his leg.

The victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment of his injuries.

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With the assistance of the canine unit, officers searched the area but did not locate a suspect.

While police believe this was not a random shooting and there is no immediate threat to public safety, they encourage residents to report any suspicious activities or concern.

There will continue to be police presence in the area as the investigation continues.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call Peterborough Police Crime Line at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at stopcrimehere.ca