A 27-year-old Quinte West resident is facing a charge of attempted murder in connection to an overnight shooting in eastern Ontario.
Emergency crews responded to reports of a shooting in the area of Belleville Street in Frankford at approximately 2 a.m. Thursday. Frankford is located 12 km from Quinte West.
Ontario Provincial Police say one person was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
“Officers located the accused a short distance away, where he was arrested,” OPP said.
Police say the accused is facing charges of attempt to commit murder, discharging a firearm with intent, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and pointing a firearm.
The suspect remains in custody.