'Targeted shooting': St. Thomas Police involved in active investigation
CTV
More than a dozen officers are surrounding a house on a quiet St. Thomas Street Saturday morning.
At approximately 6 a.m., St Thomas Police responded to a shooting complaint at a home on Palm Street.
Upon arrival at the residence, police said an adult male was shot in the torso. He was taken to the London Health Sciences Centre where he was rushed into surgery.
Police told CTV News that the victim is recovering in the ICU and remains in critical condition.
As of Saturday afternoon St Thomas Police do not have anyone in custody in relation to this shooting.
Police say they are working to identify and arrest the suspect(s) in this case.
Police understand that this was likely a targeted incident and believe there is no risk to public safety.
Neighbours living in close proximity to the home say it was a frightening morning on their street.
