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2 dead in mass shooting at Canada’s largest Latin street festival, police say
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Key Points:
- At least two people have died and several others were injured in a shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival, the largest Latin street festival in Canada.
- The shooting occurred in the city’s midtown area during the annual event, which has been held for 22 years to celebrate Latin culture.
- Police secured the scene about an hour after the active shooting began but warned the public to avoid the area as the suspect or suspects remain at large.
- Six victims with gunshot wounds were found, prompting a significant law enforcement response to the festival site.
- Authorities and festival organizers have yet to provide further comments as investigations continue.
