Two injured in Brampton home invasion; police seek suspects
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Two people sustained gunshot wounds during a home invasion in Brampton, Ontario.
- Police responded to reports of shots fired early Sunday morning at a residence on Bent Tree Court.
- The suspects, described as wearing dark clothing, fled the scene, and police are seeking information and video evidence.
A home invasion in Brampton, Ontario, left two individuals hospitalized with gunshot wounds early Sunday morning. Peel Regional Police responded to reports of shots fired around 4:34 a.m. at a residence on Bent Tree Court, near Highway 407 and McLaughlin Road.
Upon arrival, officers found a man and a woman suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a trauma center and are reported to be in serious but non-life-threatening condition. Police stated that at least two suspects, dressed in "all dark clothing" and armed with firearms, entered the home through the rear while the residents were asleep.
An altercation reportedly occurred between the residents and the suspects before the shots were fired. The suspects then fled the scene in an unknown direction. Six people resided in the home, but only the two victims were injured during the incident. Police are currently canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and any potential video evidence, urging anyone with information to contact Peel Regional Police.
Const. Tyler Bell-Morena said at least two suspects with firearms entered the home through the rear of the building while the people inside were sleeping.
Originally published by Global News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.