NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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WASAGA BEACH - Members of the Huronia West OPP Crime Unit have laid charges in an attempted murder case from Feb. 10, 2019.
On Feb. 10, 2019 police responded to a shooting on Wesley Avenue in Wasaga Beach. At the time, a male victim was transported to hospital suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim was treated and released for serious but non-life threating injuries. Investigators identified a white pick-up truck vehicle believed to be involved in the shooting and appealed to the public for assistance. Subsequently, the vehicle was identified.
Charged with "Attempt to Commit Murder" is Darren Ellery 26-year-old male from Midland, Ont.
The accused was brought before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie and held for a bail.
Police don't believe the accused acted alone and are looking to identify at least one other involved male.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can submit your information online or if you have any information on this crime or any other crime.
Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. You can follow Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka on twitter or @CrimeSDM.
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