Brantford Police Service is investigating a fatal shooting in the 100 block of Colborne Street West.

Police officers responded to reports of a shooting and located a male who was suffering from a significant injury on Monday at about 3:25 a.m. The unidentified man appeared to be between 20 and 30 years of age.

Brant County Ambulance immediately attended, however the male had succumbed to his injury.

Police are investigating the shooting as a homicide.

Further information will be provided at a later time. The investigation is in its infancy, police said in a media release.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Constable AJ Snively at 51-756-7050 ext. 2271.

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