Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Brantford police identify 20-year-old shooting victim

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Brantford police have identified the man killed in an overnight shooting in the city earlier this week. 

Police were called to a home on Diana Ave. early Wednesday morning for reports of a man with a gunshot wound. 

He was taken to hospital where he died of his injuries.

 READ MORE: Brantford police investigating shooting death of 20-year-old man

Police say the victim has been identified as Isaiah Castillo of Brantford. 

They believe this was a targeted incident. 

Officers continue to canvas the area for video and witnesses.

 No arrests have been made. 

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