Ottawa police believe there are no further threats to public safety after a man was shot outside the ByWard Market on Wednesday morning.
The shooting occurred at a residence in the 200 block of Rideau Street shortly before 7:40 a.m., according to a statement.
An adult man at the scene was taken to hospital with serious injuries, although police said he is now in stable condition.
“There is no known threat to public safety at this time,” the police statement said.
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Rideau Street was closed Wednesday morning and into the early afternoon between Cumberland and Waller streets while police investigated the scene.
Police are now looking to speak to anyone with information about the incident, as well as anyone with a dash cam or video security footage of the area.
Anyone with information should call 613-236-1222 ext. 5050. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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