Overnight shooting in downtown London leaves one seriously injured

The scene of a downtown shooting seen in London, Ont. on July 5, 2025. (Brent Lale/CTV News London)

An investigation is underway into a shooting that took place in downtown London overnight, leading to serious injuries for one person.

On Saturday at 2 a.m., the London Police Service received the report and found a man near King and Richmond streets with a gunshot wound.

The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Police are calling on the public for help in the investigation. Anyone who has information, who was in the area, or has dashcam or security camera footage near King and Richmond between 1:45 a.m. and 2:15 a.m. on Saturday is asked to contact the LPS.

You can contact them at 519-611-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Anonymous tips can also be sent online.