Two people were killed and four others were injured in a mass shooting at a Toronto street festival.
Toronto police warned the public in a social media post around 8:20 p.m. Saturday evening that an active shooting was underway at the city’s Salsa on St Clair festival.
Police said that six people were hit in the shooting and that two died, according to Toronto City News. The attack reportedly happened in the area of St Clair Avenue W and Arlington Avenue.
City officials are warning the public to stay clear of the area as their investigation continues.
“A large police presence remains in the area as officers continue their investigation,” police said in a post. “Please continue to avoid the area and follow directions from emergency personnel.”
The festival celebrates Latin culture and has been a mainstay of the community for the last 22 years, according to CNN.
No information has been made available concerning the identity of the shooter as of this report.
On Saturday evening, Toronto police noted in a social media post that they had secured the scene, but that the suspect was “still outstanding.”
On Saturday night, Ontario Premier Doug Ford acknowledged that he was aware of the shooting and called for the shooter to be caught.
“I am devastated by the senseless violence at the Salsa on St. Clair Festival that has claimed two lives and injured others. My thoughts are with the victims, their families and everyone affected,” he wrote on X. “Thank you to Toronto Police and our first responders for responding to this horrific incident. The person responsible must be caught, brought to justice and spend the rest of their life behind bars.”
This is a developing story.
