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A homicide investigation is continuing Saturday into the shooting death Friday night of a 53-year-old man on Birch Avenue in the Manor Park district.
In a short release, Ottawa police said emergency responders called to the scene at about 9:22 p.m.
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The victim was located with life-threatening injuries and succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.
There have been no arrests and there were no other details released.
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Neighbours on the scene Saturday expressed shock, saying the incident is out of character for their street.
Police do not believe there is an ongoing risk to public safety.
Anyone with information is asked to call Ottawa Police Services homicide unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5493.
Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca
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