NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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On Aug. 2, 2019 at approximately 7:33 p.m., officers were called to an address on Willoughby Drive in the City of Niagara Falls in response to a shooting.
Two District (Niagara Falls) uniform officers of the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS), along with Detectives from the 2 District Criminal Investigation Branch attended the scene.
As a result of the investigation, the suspect has been identified as David Josesph 91/02/25. Joseph is currently wanted for the following offences:
- Discharge firearm with intent to wound / endanger life Section 244(1) CC
- Pointing a firearm Section 87(1) CC
- Careless use of a firearm Section 86(1) CC
- Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order Section 117.01(1) CC
Josesph's whereabouts are unknown at this time. He was last seen operating a 2012 black Fiat, bearing Ontario licence plate #CJKL 632. It is believed that one or more of the vehicle's windows received damaged.
Josesph is believed to be armed and dangerous; therefore, members of the public should not approach Josesph and are urged to call 9-1-1 if he is observed.
No one was injured as a result of this incident.
This incident is believed to be an isolated matter.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Erin MacLean at 905-688-4111 ext. 9290.
Information on crimes can also be submitted anonymously using Crime Stoppers of Niagara.
To leave an anonymous tip, please contact Crime Stoppers via:
Telephone - 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
Online - www.niagaratips.ca
Crime Stoppers guarantees that you will remain anonymous through any of the methods offered to provide tips. You may also be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000 if the information leads to an arrest.
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