The individual accused of shooting a Niagara Regional Police officer in Welland, Ontario, last week remains under guard in a hospital, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Officer Shot During Response to Gunfire
The incident unfolded on the afternoon of Friday, December 19, 2025. Niagara Regional Police officers were dispatched to a residential area near Plymouth Road in Welland following multiple reports of gunfire in the neighbourhood.
During the response, a confrontation occurred, resulting in a police officer being shot. The officer was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect, identified by police only as a "NiagaraMan," was also injured during the encounter.
Suspect Under Guard in Hospital
In an update provided on December 22, Niagara police stated that the accused shooter remains in hospital under police custody. His medical condition has not been publicly disclosed. Formal charges are pending, expected to be laid once he is discharged from medical care and can appear before the courts.
The scene on Plymouth Road was locked down for an extensive investigation following the shooting. Forensic teams and major crime detectives worked through the weekend to collect evidence.
Investigation Ongoing and Community Impact
The Niagara Regional Police Service has assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to community safety related to this incident. The investigation, led by the NRPS' Major Crime and Forensic units, remains active.
This violent encounter has shaken the community of Welland, a city in the Niagara Region. Local residents expressed shock that such an event occurred in their neighbourhood, especially just days before the Christmas holiday.
The identity of the wounded officer has not been released. The Niagara Regional Police Association has stated they are providing full support to the officer and their family during the recovery.
