A manhunt spanning two provinces has come to an end as the suspect in a shooting in Ontario has been arrested in British Columbia.
The suspect, who was considered armed and dangerous, was taken into custody by the RCMP in the early hours of Wednesday morning in the town of Hope, located about 150 kilometers east of Vancouver.
The arrest comes after a shooting in the town of St. Catharines, Ontario on Monday evening, where a 33-year-old man was shot and injured. The suspect, who has not been named, was identified by police as the main suspect in the shooting.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) issued a Canada-wide warrant for the suspect’s arrest, and it was believed that he had fled to British Columbia.
The RCMP in British Columbia were alerted to the suspect’s presence in the province and launched a search, which led to his arrest in Hope.
The suspect is now facing charges of attempted murder, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and unauthorized possession of a firearm. He is expected to be transported back to Ontario to face these charges.
The OPP has expressed their gratitude to the RCMP for their assistance in locating and apprehending the suspect. They also thanked the public for their cooperation and tips that helped in the investigation.
The motive for the shooting is still under investigation, and police have not released any further details about the suspect or the victim.
This arrest brings a sense of relief to the community of St. Catharines and serves as a reminder of the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in different provinces.
The RCMP and OPP have assured the public that there is no further threat to public safety related to this incident.
The suspect’s arrest serves as a reminder that law enforcement agencies will work tirelessly to bring those responsible for violent crimes to justice, no matter where they may try to hide.
The investigation into this shooting is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the OPP or Crime Stoppers.
