A recent shooting at a Toronto pub, notably near Scarborough city centre, has resulted in multiple injuries. Authorities are currently investigating, with the suspect escaping the scene in a vehicle, prompting public concern and a response from city leaders.
Toronto Shooting Leaves Dozens Injured; Suspect Still at Large
Toronto Shooting Leaves Dozens Injured; Suspect Still at Large
A shooting incident at a pub in Toronto has injured at least 12 people, with the suspect yet to be apprehended, raising safety concerns within the community.
A shooting incident occurred late Friday evening at a pub in Toronto, leaving at least 12 individuals injured, according to local police reports. The attack took place around 10:39 PM local time (03:39 GMT Saturday) in the vicinity of Scarborough city centre. Police have confirmed that although several individuals sustained injuries, four of them have non-life-threatening conditions.
Witnesses reported seeing the shooter, who was dressed in a black balaclava, fleeing the scene in a silver vehicle immediately after the incident, which has raised concerns about ongoing public safety in the area. The authorities have yet to confirm further details regarding the suspect or the full extent of the victims' injuries as the investigation remains in its early phases.
In response to the unsettling news, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow expressed her distress through social media platform X, noting that she had been assured by the police chief that all necessary resources were being deployed for a thorough investigation. Chow extended her sentiments to those affected by the shooting, stating, "My thoughts are with the victims and their families." As police continue their inquiries, the community anxiously awaits further updates regarding the incident and the efforts to locate the suspect.
