Two men injured in targeted shooting in Kelowna

Two men were injured in a targeted shooting earlier this evening in Kelowna. 

Police say just before 7:00 p.m., they were called to the area of Pandosy Street and KLO Road in Kelowna for a report of shots being fired.

Kelowna RCMP officers found two men suffering from gunshot wounds. They have been transported to hospital but the seriousness of their injuries is not yet known.

Police say the shooting was targeted.

“Officers remain on scene conducting neighbourhood canvassing, speaking with witnesses, and gathering physical evidence,”Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy, spokesperson for the Kelowna RCMP said in a release.  “The investigation is still in its early stages and officers will be in the area for an undetermined period of time.”

Police are urging anyone who witnessed or has knowledge of this crime to come forward to speak with police immediately.

Anyone with any additional information is asked to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300. Or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net

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