- Toronto police are set to provide an update regarding the recent shooting incident near the U.S. Consulate.
- Premier Doug Ford expressed disgust over the incident and emphasized that active police investigations are underway.
Toronto police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Monday morning near the U.S. Consulate, where a bullet struck the building. The incident took place around 4:46 a.m. when an officer stationed outside heard a gunshot and saw a white Honda Accord fleeing the scene at high speed.1
Evidence of a discharge was later found outside the consulate, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Officers from 52 Division engaged in a pursuit of the suspect vehicle, which reached speeds exceeding 140 km/h before the chase was discontinued due to safety concerns.
This shooting marks the second incident targeting the consulate in about five months, following a similar event on March 10. A spokesperson from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa confirmed that at least one gunshot struck the building and expressed gratitude to Toronto police for their swift response.
Premier Doug Ford condemned the shooting, stating, “In all cases, active police investigations are underway. I expect all those responsible to be found, prosecuted and punished to the fullest extent of the law.”2
“Premier Doug Ford expressed disgust over the incident, stating, 'I expect all those responsible to be found, prosecuted and punished to the fullest extent of the law.' Active police investigations are currently underway to address the situation.”
