At least 2 killed in shooting at Toronto street festival, police say
Key Points:
- A shootout at the Salsa on St. Clair festival in Midtown Toronto resulted in two deaths and four people wounded, with all injured taken to hospitals in serious condition.
- Toronto Police initially reported an active shooter situation, but Deputy Chief Frank Barredo later clarified that there was no active shooter, describing the incident as an exchange of gunfire between individuals.
- Two firearms were recovered at the scene, which included three separate crime scenes, but the number of suspects and shots fired remain unknown.
- Approximately 13,000 people attended the popular annual Latin festival, and no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
- Authorities are still working to determine the motive and whether any suspects were among the casualties.