WEEKEND SHOOTING
One in hospital in fair condition  

LONDON, ON (October 19, 2026) – Members of the London Police Service (LPS) Major Crime Section are investigating a shooting that took place over the weekend in the south end of the city. 

On Sunday, October 18, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Fennell Crescent and Ernest Avenue. While officers were responding, a second call was received regarding a motor vehicle collision in the area of Bradley and Ernest avenues. 

Officers located evidence of a shooting on Fennell Crescent and a short time after the original call, an adult male injured in the shooting attended hospital.  

Through the course of the investigation, officers determined that the vehicle involved in the nearby collision was also involved in the shooting. Three individuals, two males and one female, who were seen fleeing the vehicle prior to police arrival have not been located. 

Investigators believe the victim was targeted, and he remains in hospital in fair condition. 

Investigators are asking anyone who was in the area of Fennell Crescent and Ernest Avenue, or Ernest and Bradley avenues, between 1:20 and 1:40 a.m., and may have dash-cam footage, residential or business video surveillance, or information that could assist with the investigation, to contact police. 

The Major Crime Section continues to actively investigate this incident with specialized support from across the London Police Service. The investigation remains in its early stages, and more information will be provided as appropriate. 

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers. 

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