ONTARIO: Awais Khan wanted for firearm offences in Mississauga shooting

Awais Khan

PEEL Regional Police investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Awais Khan, 20, of Hamilton, Ontario, wanted for numerous firearms offences.

On May 31, at approximately 6:25 p.m., Peel Regional Police responded to the area of Tenth Line West and Thomas Street in Mississauga for a shooting. The suspect fled in his vehicle prior to police arrival. No injuries were sustained in the shooting.

A warrant of arrest has been issued for Khan.

Khan is considered to be armed and dangerous. If seen or if his location is known,  do not approach and immediately contact police.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Khan is asked to call investigators at the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at (905) 453–2121, ext. 1133.  Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.