Jack Campbell Variety located on 153 Gladman Avenue. (Capture via Google Streetview).

Jack Campbell Variety located on 153 Gladman Avenue. (Capture via Google Streetview).

London police investigate shots fired at south end variety store

By Ruby Sweeney

August 6, 2021 - 10:20pm

London police are appealing to the public for information after a convenience store was hit by gunshots early Friday morning.

At around 5 a.m., police responded to a report of a business on the corner of Gladman Avenue and West Street that had been stuck with bullets.

Officers arrived at Jack Campbell Variety and said they found evidence that a firearm had been fired at the building.

Police continue to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information to call 519-661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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