Toronto active shooter incident leaves 5 people injured, 2 dead, police say

Two people died and five others were injured in a shooting that erupted in Toronto on Saturday. Police confirmed the fatalities and injuries via an emergency alert on X, formerly Twitter. The victims were found with gunshot wounds, and two were pronounced dead at the scene. The conditions of the remaining injured individuals were not immediately known.

The violence took place in Midtown Toronto amid the Salsa on St Clair festival, a yearly celebration of Latin culture. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are directing the public to avoid it as the investigation and response unfold.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned the shooting, calling it "horrific" in a post on X. He stated that police have his "full support" in their efforts to apprehend those responsible. "My prayers are with the families grieving their loved ones, those who are in critical condition and everyone who has been affected by this horrific event," Carney added.

A spokesperson for the Toronto Police declined to offer further details beyond the initial alert. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. No information regarding a suspect, motive, or arrests has been released.

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My prayers are with the families grieving their loved ones, those who are in critical condition and everyone who has been affected by this horrific event.