Residents of downtown Penticton reported being abruptly woken by what they said sounded like three or four gun shots allegedly fired around 4:30 a.m. on May 26.
A handful of locals posted about the alleged shots on social media. (Facebook)
Police were reportedly on scene, investigating the area near Papineau Street in Penticton’s downtown core, according to a social media post.
Several social media users also mentioned that the alleged shots were heard loudest near Papineau Street.
The Western News has contacted the Penticton RCMP but has not yet received a response.
More to come.
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