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London police searching for wanted 27-year-old man

A cruiser for the London Police Service is seen in this undated file image. (File) A cruiser for the London Police Service is seen in this undated file image. (File)

A firearms investigation is underway by London police and only one of two suspects has been found.

Around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to two separate calls where citizens believed they heard gunshots in the 100 block of Albert Street near Talbot Street.

Police did find evidence that a firearm had been discharged but there were no reported damages or injuries.

After reviewing surveillance video, officers identified two people believed to be involved which led them to a home where they found a sawed-off shotgun.

A 22-year-old suspect was arrested and charged and police are still looking for the second.

A 27-year-old of London is wanted by way of warrant for possess firearm other than restricted or prohibited firearm, careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition and possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order.

If he is spotted, police ask that you don’t approach him and call 9-1-1 immediately. 

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