Man wanted for shooting at a Newmarket home

York Regional Police have issued an arrest warrant for a 35-year-old man who is accused of firing gunshots at a home in Newmarket.

Officers say they were called to a residence near College Manor Drive and Greig Circle at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Sunday.

Upon arrival, they discovered multiple shell casings in front of the residence. Police say they also noticed damage to the front of the home and a vehicle parked in the driveway.

Investigators believe this was a targeted incident and say the house was occupied at the time of the shooting. However, no injuries were reported.

A white hatchback was seen fleeing the area.

Police are now on the hunt for 35-year-old Winston Vernon of Aurora who is believed to be the shooter. He is facing seven charges, including mischief to property, unauthorized possession of a firearm, uttering threats, assault with a weapon, failure to comply with an undertaking and possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order.

Investigators encourage anyone with information to come forward.