London man charged in connection to Egerton Street shooting, victim remains in critical condition
London police on scene of a call on Egerton Street on March 30, 2022. (Sean Irvine / CTV News)
A 73-year-old London man has been charged following a shooting on Egerton Street earlier this week.
Police were called to the area between Hamilton Road and Dame Street after a 59-year-old victim suffered a gunshot wound along with other injuries Wednesday afternoon. The victim remain in hospital in critical condition.
Police say the victim and accused are known to each other.
The accused is charged with the following:
- Aggravated assault
- Discharge a firearm in a reckless manner
- Handle firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition in a careless manner
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
He is scheduled to appear in a London court Friday.
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