Police Say Shooting in North Hill Co-op Parking Lot Appears Targeted
Authorities in Calgary are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting that occurred Monday evening in the parking lot of the North Hill Co-op, leaving one man dead and another critically injured.
The violent incident prompted a major police response and temporary lockdown at the busy grocery store as investigators secured the scene.
Gunfire Reported Shortly Before 8 p.m.
According to the Calgary Police Service, officers responded around 7:50 p.m. on May 11, 2026, after receiving reports of shots fired near the grocery store located at 520 16 Avenue N.E.
When officers arrived, they located two adult men suffering from gunshot wounds in the parking lot area.
Both victims were transported to hospital in life-threatening condition. Authorities later confirmed that one of the men succumbed to his injuries.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been publicly released pending family notification.
Suspects Fled Before Officers Arrived
Investigators say the suspects fled the area before police arrived and no arrests have been announced at this time.
Despite the severity of the incident, police stated they believe the shooting was targeted and that there is currently no ongoing threat to the public.
Detectives are actively working to determine:
The motive behind the shooting
The number of suspects involved
Whether the victims and suspects knew one another
The sequence of events leading up to the gunfire
Store Locked Down During Active Response
As a precautionary measure, the North Hill Co-op was temporarily placed under lockdown while officers secured the area and ensured the safety of employees and customers inside the building.
Officials later confirmed the lockdown was lifted once the immediate threat had passed.
Although no formal road closures were implemented, police are urging residents to avoid the area while investigators continue processing evidence at the scene.
Police Condemn “Brazen” Violence
Duty Inspector Darren Smith acknowledged the growing concern surrounding violent crime and public safety following the shooting.
“We fully recognize the impact of brazen, violent acts on the larger community,” Smith stated. “Public safety is our number one priority, and Calgarians deserve to feel safe at all times in their communities.”
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the shooting or may have dashcam or cellphone footage from the area to contact investigators immediately.
Gun Violence Prevention Remains Priority
The Calgary Police Service emphasized that addressing gun violence continues to be a major focus through:
Targeted investigations
Community safety initiatives
Enforcement operations
Violence prevention programs
Authorities say additional updates will be released as the investigation develops
