Lethbridge Police investigating house party shooting, seeking witnesses

Lethbridge Police are asking for the public’s help as they continue to investigate a shooting at a westside home.

Just after 1am in the early morning of May 10th, a single gunshot shot was fired through the second-floor bedroom window of a home along Lafayette Boulevard West during a large house party. Numerous partygoers proceeded to flee the scene before police would arrive. On arrival, officers discovered that bear spray reportedly was discharged inside. Fortunately, there were no injuries.

Police have since learned the property had been rented through Airbnb for what turned out to be a week-long house party. There was significant foot and vehicle traffic in the area between May 5th and May 10th.

At this time, police believe that the shooting is entirely isolated in nature and related to the house party and those in attendance. Details were not immediately release as this is party of a broader investigative strategy. LPS say that no further details will be release at this time as the investigation continues.

Police are asking anyone with information about suspicious activity at any time during that period to contact them. You can contact LPS at 403-328-4444. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at www.p3tips.com or 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information leading to an arrest.