On Friday, June 6, 2025, at 2:08 a.m., Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) 1 District officers (St. Catharines/Thorold) were dispatched to a report of shots fired at the intersection of Niagara Street and Church Street in the city of St. Catharines.
Uniformed officers arrived on scene approximately one minute after the call for service. They quickly confirmed that a shooting had occurred. The target of the shooting was a residence known in the drug subculture.
No injuries were reported.
A scene has been secured and is being held for processing by the Forensic Services Unit (FSU).
At this time, there is no suspect information available. However, efforts to identify the person or persons involved are ongoing.
Police believe this was a targeted incident and that there is no ongoing risk to public safety.
The investigation remains under the carriage of the 1 District Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB), which is appealing to the public for any information. Investigators are seeking witnesses, video surveillance or any other details that may assist in advancing the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact 1 District CIB at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1008914.
Members of the community who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for tips that lead to an arrest.
https://crimestoppersniagara.ca/
NRPS Incident 25-59243