Two are dead including the shooter, and two injured in a neighbourhood dispute in Stratford ON

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Stratford police were called to a shooting in the area of Bradshaw Drive and McCarthy Road West on August 1st at approximately 10:45pm.

On arrival police located 4 people suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim died of his injuries at Stratford Hospital, and the other two were rushed to Victoria Hospital in London via ORNGE.

The victims are identified as 43-year-old David Tokley, and Stephanie Irvine, who remain in hospital. The deceased is Jonathan Bennett, 36.

It has been reported by police that the suspect 31-year-old Ricky Bilcke, opened fire after being involved in a neighbourhood dispute. Police said he initially opened fire with a high powered rifle, before ending his own life.