COLD LAKE – On Saturday evening at about 10 p.m., Cold Lake RCMP responded to a report of an assault with a weapon at a Cold Lake residence.
When officers attended, they found that a 39-year-old man had been shot in the foot at a home located in the area of 50 Ave. between 45 St. and 41 St.
“Four suspects are alleged to have forcefully gained entry to a residence and demanded drugs from the victim and was shot when unable to do so,” according to RCMP.
The suspects reportedly fled in a white four-door car, described as a newer model vehicle.
The victim was taken by EMS to hospital with a serious but non-life threatening injury.
Cold Lake RCMP made extensive patrols of the area but were unable to locate the suspect vehicle or suspects connected to the incident.
Police do not believe this was a random act. They add that there is no danger to the public.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact Cold Lake RCMP at 780-594-3302 or their local police.
If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).
