Shotgun discharged during Zorra Township home invasion – one suspect hit with blast

Lee Griffi, Editor

Members of the Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a home invasion in Zorra Township.

Officers responded to a residence on 29th Line following a report of a home invasion just after midnight on Monday, Oct. 26.

“The investigation has determined two individuals attended the residence, one of whom was armed with a shotgun. Both forcibly entered the home and confronted the homeowner,” said an OPP press release. “During the encounter, a physical altercation ensued between the homeowner and the two suspects, which resulted in the shotgun being discharged. One of the suspects was struck and sustained unknown injuries. Both then subsequently fled the scene in a vehicle and remain outstanding,” it added.

Police said the homeowner sustained minor injuries.

The first suspect is described as a male approximately six feet tall with a large stomach who was wearing a black balaclava. The second suspect is described as a male also wearing a black balaclava.

Investigators believe the incident was targeted. Police say there is no known threat to public safety at this time.

The Oxford OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate and is asking anyone with information about the incident, or anyone who may have come into contact with a person suffering from a gunshot wound, to contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Residents along 29th Line and surrounding roads who have home security, surveillance or dash-camera footage from the time of the incident are also asked to review their recordings and report any suspicious people or vehicles to police.