Attempted Murder Charge Laid in Brampton Shooting

Published March 13, 2018 at 1:02 pm

A suspect is facing an attempted murder charge following an early morning shooting in Brampton on Tuesday.

A suspect is facing an attempted murder charge following an early morning shooting in Brampton on Tuesday.

In addition, “there are a number of firearms-related charges,” said Peel Regional Police Const. Bancroft Wright.

The incident unfolded at a townhouse complex off Fleetwood Cr., in the Bramalea Rd. and Clark Blvd. area at 12:48 a.m.

The victim, a 36-year-old Brampton man, “sustained a gunshot wound,” said Wright.

“He was transported to a trauma centre in life-threatening condition.”

The victim is currently listed in stable condition.

A male suspect left the scene in a vehicle and was arrested in Toronto around 3 a.m.

A gun was recovered, investigators allege.

The suspect is appearing in Brampton court for a bail hearing today. 

Peel Regional Police photo

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