Twelve individuals were injured late Friday night when masked gunmen opened fire inside the Piper Arms Pub in Toronto’s Scarborough district. Authorities are actively searching for the suspects, who remain at large.
At approximately 10:40 p.m., emergency responders received multiple reports of a shooting at the Piper Arms Pub, located near Progress Avenue and Corporate Drive. Witnesses described the assailants as three men wearing black balaclavas, armed with an assault rifle and pistols, who entered the establishment and began firing indiscriminately.
Toronto paramedics reported that 12 people sustained injuries ranging from minor to critical. Six victims suffered gunshot wounds, while others were injured by flying glass and debris. Remarkably, no fatalities have been reported.
The suspects were last seen fleeing the scene in a silver vehicle. Toronto Police have launched a manhunt and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow expressed deep concern over the incident, stating that “all necessary resources” are being deployed to apprehend those responsible. She extended her thoughts to the victims and their families during this challenging time.
Authorities have increased patrols in the area and are advising residents to remain vigilant. The investigation is ongoing, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
This incident has shocked the local community, prompting discussions about public safety and gun violence in Toronto. Support services are being offered to those affected, and community leaders are calling for unity in the wake of the tragedy.
As the investigation unfolds, the public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement to aid in the swift apprehension of the suspects.
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