Man shot in attempted Lloydminster carjacking, RCMP seeking suspect

RCMP are investigating after a 29-year-old man was shot Sunday night in an attempted carjacking in Lloydminster.

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Mounties say they received a report of a shooting at 11:40 p.m. on 47 Avenue near 27 Street.

Upon arrival, officers located the 29-year-old with an apparent gunshot wound. He was taken to hospital and is expected to recover.

The victim told police he was outside when approached by a man who demanded the keys to the victim’s vehicle.

A struggle occurred and the victim was shot. The suspect got into a black SUV and left.

The male suspect is described as being heavy set, standing 5-feet-8-inches with a medium complexion.

Anyone with formation about the shooting is asked to contact Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers.