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One Dead, 13 Injured In Toronto Shooting; Gunman Shot Dead
Swarajya Staff
Jul 23, 2018, 02:25 PM | Updated 02:25 PM IST
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A shooting incident in Toronto on Sunday (22 July) left 13 injured and a woman dead, The Guardian has reported. The gunman was also neutralised after an exchange with police. The incident occurred in Greektown neighbourhood near Danforth and Pape Avenues at 10 pm. The police claimed that 14 individuals had been shot with a handgun.
Toronto Police Chief Saunders has updated media from scene. 14 victims were shot with a handgun. 1 female adult has died. 1 young girl in critical condition. Suspect is dead (not included in 14 victim total) Witnesses call 416-808-2222 Anonymous tips 1-800-222-8477 #GO1341286 ^sm
— Toronto Police (@TorontoPolice) July 23, 2018
Toronto Police Chief Mark Saunders informed that the motive of the gunman had not been ascertained yet and refused to comment till further information was available. Mayor of Toronto, John Tory called the attack a "despicable act".
Tonight, a despicable act has been perpetrated on the Danforth in our city. On behalf of all Toronto residents, I am outraged that someone has unleashed such a terrible attack on our city and people innocently enjoying a Sunday evening.
— John Tory (@TorontosMayor) July 23, 2018
In a press conference, he told the media that the incident was a result of gun problem as they were easily available to too many people. The Premier of Ontario, Dough Ford tweeted a condolence message to those affected by the incident.
Police urged those who witnessed the event or had recorded a video of the shooting to get in touch with them, according to the report.
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