A tragic incident in Brampton has left one person dead and two others hospitalized after a triple shooting on Monday night.
According to Peel Regional Police, the shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the area of Vodden Street East and Cumberland Drive. Upon arrival, officers found three victims with gunshot wounds.
One of the victims, a 25-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other two, a 22-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman, were rushed to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.
The identities of the victims have not been released at this time.
Police have not yet provided any information on potential suspects or a motive for the shooting. However, they have confirmed that the incident is being investigated as a targeted attack.
The area was immediately cordoned off as police conducted their investigation. Residents in the area were advised to stay indoors and avoid the area if possible.
This is not the first time Brampton has been rocked by gun violence. In September, a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot in a parking lot near Bramalea City Centre. And just last month, a 16-year-old boy was killed in a shooting at a townhouse complex.
Peel Regional Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist with the investigation. They can be reached at 905-453-2121 ext. 3205 or through Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
The community of Brampton is left reeling from this senseless act of violence. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time.