NEWS RELEASE
NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE
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At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 2021, 1 District (St. Catharines/Thorold) uniform officers responded to the area of Glenridge Avenue and Marsdale Drive in the City of St. Catharines.
When they arrived they located a 32-year-old male with gunshot wounds. He was transported to hospital where he was pronounced deceased.
The investigation is in its preliminary stages. A male was taken into custody however charges have not been not laid at this time.
Detectives do not have reason to believe there is an ongoing threat to public safety.
There continues to be a uniform presence while police hold the scene. People are asked to stay out of the area. Anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to call detectives at (905) 688-4111 ext. 1009132.
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