Incident Overview

In a startling incident early Saturday morning, gunshots rang out at the London Health Sciences Centre's Victoria Campus, leaving the local community in shock. At approximately 2:30 a.m., London police responded to reports of gunfire near the hospital, specifically at the intersection of Commissioners Road East and Wellington Road.

Details of the Incident

Upon arrival, officers discovered a pickup truck had collided with a cement pillar at the hospital's emergency room entrance. Investigators confirmed that multiple gunshots had been fired, with both the vehicle and the hospital’s exterior struck by bullets.

Injuries Reported

A man was injured in the incident but thankfully, his injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening. He is currently receiving treatment at the hospital.

Nature of the Incident

Authorities have indicated that this was not a random act of violence. Instead, it appears to be linked to a preceding altercation involving the victim and the shooter in the vicinity of White Oaks and Southdale roads.

Hospital's Response

In a bid to reassure the community, the hospital network took to social media, stating, "London Police Service has a presence at our Victoria Hospital Emergency Department this morning. We want to reassure our community that our Emergency Departments at Victoria Hospital, Children’s Hospital, and University Hospital remain open and safe for care."

Suspect Information

The suspect's vehicle is described as a four-door silver or grey sedan, potentially a Hyundai Sonata. Police are actively seeking public assistance in the case, urging anyone with dash-cam footage or surveillance videos from the areas of White Oaks and Southdale roads or Commissioners Road East and Wellington Road between 2:10 a.m. and 2:35 a.m. to come forward with any information that might aid the investigation.

Community Impact and Ongoing Investigation

As this story develops, authorities assure the public that updates will be provided as more details emerge. In the meantime, community members are left grappling with the implications of this disturbing event. What could have motivated such violence? Stay tuned for the latest updates as investigators work to piece together the circumstances surrounding this shocking attack.