Ottawa police are investigating after a woman was struck when shots were fired into a home in Vanier Tuesday evening.

Shots were fired around 6:30 p.m. on St. Jacques Street, not far from the Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre.

Police said a 33-year-old woman was struck in the shoulder and was taken to hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

Investigators believe the home was targeted.

Witnesses are asked to contact the Ottawa police guns and gangs unit at 613-236-1222 extension 5050.

Anonymous tips can be sent through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or the Ottawa police app.