TORONTO, police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday afternoon at the Woodbine Shopping Centre Plaza, prompting a lockdown and a large police response as authorities worked to secure the area.
Toronto police said they were called to the plaza at approximately 3:31 p.m. following reports of gunfire. Officers arrived quickly and initiated a lockdown as a precaution while searching for those involved. Toronto Paramedic Services also responded to the scene to assess injuries.
In a later update, police confirmed they located a male victim in his 30s who had sustained gunshot-related injuries. He was transported to hospital in life-threatening condition, authorities said.
Police stated that the suspect or suspects fled the scene in a vehicle before officers arrived. A significant police presence remained in the area for several hours as investigators canvassed the scene, spoke with witnesses, and reviewed surveillance footage from the plaza and nearby locations.
At this time, no suspect descriptions or motive have been released. The incident remains under active investigation under case number #GO279779.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the shooting or who may have information, video footage, or dashcam recordings related to the incident to contact authorities as the investigation continues.
