On May 25, Comox Valley RCMP responded to multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired in the area of Cliffe Avenue, Kilpatrick Avenue, and Fitzgerald Avenue, in Courtenay.

Officers attended and quickly determined that the shots had likely come from Bill Moore Park. During a systematic search of the park, no suspect(s) were located; however, officers found and seized various shotgun parts and spent shells.

鈥淭his incident is a stark reminder of the danger posed by reckless and dangerous use of firearms,鈥� said Const. Monika Terragni, Media Relations Officer, Comox Valley RCMP. 鈥淭he evidence at the scene suggests the shots were fired into the trees, and considering the nearby trails, it is deeply concerning. We are grateful that nobody was hurt but the potential consequences of this behaviour cannot be overstated.鈥�

Through investigation, including the execution of a search warrant, the Comox Valley RCMP Street Crimes Unit, Bike Unit, and frontline officers gathered additional evidence and identified a suspect. A 32-year-old Comox Valley man was arrested and charges are being recommended.

鈥淐omox Valley RCMP would like to express thanks to all of those who called and reported the shots fired and all of those who assisted as officers gathered evidence in the area,鈥� added Terragni.