(ONEIDA NATION OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Oneida Nation Police investigating a shooting incident on Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation.
On September 14, 2025, at 12:59 a.m., members of the Oneida Nation Police, Munsee-Delaware First Nation Police and Middlesex County OPP were dispatched to Oneida Road, Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation for the report of a break and enter.
Officers arrived on scene and located an individual that had suffered a gunshot wound. They were subsequently transported to hospital by Oneida Nation Paramedic Service to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Oneida Nation Police, in partnership with the Middlesex OPP Crime Unit have charged Xander ELIJAH, a 26-year-old of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation under the Criminal Code with:
- Attempt to commit murder using firearm
- Poss of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Uttering Threats – Damage Property
- Failure to comply with undertaking
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
The accused was held for bail.
Oneida Nation Police, in partnership with the Middlesex OPP Crime Unit are continuing to investigate this incident.
Any person with information regarding this investigation should contact the Oneida Nation Police at 519-289-5577 or the OPP 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
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