Brantford police are investigating a shooting incident that killed one man and injured two others.

On Saturday at 5:50 a.m., police and paramedics responded to the Galaxy Motel on Colborne Street East for a call regarding a male who was suffering from a gunshot wound at the motel.

Officers discovered three male victims who were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to hospital, where one of them, age 42, succumbed to his injuries. The two other victims, both males in their 20s, remain in hospital.

The Brantford Police Service major crime unit are currently investigating the incident. The area will be closed to the public for some time as the investigation continues. This incident is not believed to be a random act of violence.

Anyone with information or who may have video surveillance of the area is urged to contact the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-7050 or Detective Jason Sinning at 519-756-0113, ext 2265. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous are asked to contact Brant- Brantford Crime Stoppers at 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477. Alternatively, a web tip may be submitted at: https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx?AgencyID=251