Two people were killed and at least five others were injured during a mass shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair street festival Saturday evening.
In a social media post shared at 8:20 p.m., Toronto police issued a warning to the public about an active shooter at the site of the festival near St. Clair and Arlington Avenues.
Police say a total of seven people were found with gunshot wounds and two people were pronounced dead at the scene.
Footage obtained by CityNews shows paramedics performing life-saving measures on at least one victim within a large crowd of spectators.
Authorities were able to secure the scene shortly after 9 p.m., and have cordoned off several blocks of St. Clair Avenue.
Police have not announced any arrested or shared how many suspects they are looking for.
“A large police presence remains in the area as officers continue their investigation,” police wrote in an update. “Please continue to avoid the area and follow directions from emergency personnel.”
Witnesses tell CityNews they heard multiple gun shots followed by screams from crowds of people who were running for cover.
This is a developing story. Stay with us for updates.
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