SUSPECTED SHOOTING INCIDENT UNDER INVESTIGATION IN ATTAWAPISKAT

(Attawapiskat First Nation, ON) – Police continue to investigate reports of a possible shooting incident in Attawapiskat First Nation.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Attawapiskat First Nation detachment received information on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, regarding a possible shooting incident that had recently occurred in the community.

Members of the NAPS Crime Unit are now involved with the ongoing investigation.

Police believe this was an isolated incident, and no injuries have been reported as a result. At this time, police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to public safety in relation to this investigation

The community may observe an increased police presence as the investigation continues.

If you have any information you believe may be valuable to investigators, please contact NAPS at 1-888-310-1122.