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Man taken to hospital after being shot at a Pace Lake party

A 28-year-old man was rushed to hospital early Saturday after being shot at a Pace Lake party. Scott McKinnon was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, OPP said Saturday in a release.
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This photo of Casimir King was taken from his Facebook page. King is facing an attempted murder charge after an alleged Pace Lake incident. (Facebook)

A 28-year-old man was rushed to hospital early Saturday after being shot at a Pace Lake party.

Scott McKinnon was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, OPP said Saturday in a release.

Police took two men, who they did not name, into custody following the incident. One was later released.

According to OPP, an altercation erupted involving two men. A third man allegedly stepped in and discharged the firearm, injuring one of the initial combatants.

Twenty-seven-year-old Casimir King of Thunder Bay faces a charge of attempted murder and careless use of a firearm. He's being held in custody pending a Sunday court appearance.

The investigation continues.



Leith Dunick

About the Author: Leith Dunick

A proud Nova Scotian who has called Thunder Bay home since 2002, Leith is Dougall Media's director of news, but still likes to tell your stories too. Wants his Expos back and to see Neil Young at least one more time. Twitter: @LeithDunick
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