A late-night shooting which sent one man to hospital has Lloydminster investigators concerned.
RCMP say the incident happened around 11:40 p.m. on January 11 near 47 Avenue and 27 Street. When officers arrived, they found a 29-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital and is expected to recover.
Police say the victim was outside when a lone suspect approached and demanded the keys to his vehicle. A struggle broke out, and the victim was shot. The suspect then fled in a dark-coloured SUV.
The suspect is described as:
- Male
- Medium complexion
- Heavy set
- Approximately five feet eight inches tall
“This is a troubling crime,” said Lloydminster RCMP Detachment Commander Jerry Nutbrown. “Know that all available resources are being utilized to locate this dangerous suspect.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
