One man dead, two suspects wanted in fatal Niagara shooting

Niagara police are asking for the public’s help in locating two suspects following a fatal shooting Thursday night.

Officers say they responded to a call around 8:50 p.m. on Thorold Stone Road near Dorchester Road for reports of a man who had been shot.

Investigators say two suspects attended the residence and shot the victim with a handgun.

The age of the victim is currently unknown but he was taken to hospital and died due to his injuries.

Detectives describe the first suspect as a man between the ages of 25 and 35, who is around five-foot-six tall, has a slim build and dark skin. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, dark pants and shoes, sunglasses and a red bandana.

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Police say the second suspect is a woman between the ages of 18 and 25, who has dark brown hair and brown eyes. She was last spotted wearing baggy blue sweatpants, a grey hooded sweatshirt and white shoes.

Officers say the pair parked nearby and fled the scene in a newer model white Nissan SUV, possibly similar to a Rogue.

Investigators say the incident is believed to be targeted and the public should be careful as the suspects and firearm are still outstanding.

Anyone with information or video surveillance is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at (905) 688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009134.

Members of the community who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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