Toronto police are actively investigating three separate incidents where firearms were discharged in the Scarborough area on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The events, which occurred within a short timeframe, have heightened community concerns and prompted a significant police response.
Incidents Concentrated Near Markham and Ellesmere
Two of the three firearm discharges took place near the intersection of Markham Road and Ellesmere Road, a busy corridor in northeast Toronto. Police were first called to the area just after 1:00 PM EST following reports of gunfire. While details on the specific locations of these two incidents are limited, authorities confirmed they are treating them as separate events and are working to determine if they are connected.
Home Struck by Bullet on Clementine Square
The third, and most visually alarming, incident occurred at a residence on Clementine Square, where a bullet pierced the front window of a home. A photograph from the scene, captured by CTV News Toronto, clearly shows the damage to the window at 62 Clementine Square. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in any of the three discharges, though the discovery of a bullet hole in a family home has undoubtedly left residents shaken.
Investigators from the Toronto Police Service's firearms unit have been deployed to all three scenes. Their work includes collecting forensic evidence, canvassing for witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage from the surrounding neighborhoods. The priority is to establish a sequence of events, identify any suspects or vehicles involved, and understand the motive behind the gunfire.
Community Response and Ongoing Investigation
These incidents add to growing concerns about gun violence in certain areas of the city. Police have increased patrols in the Scarborough region as the investigation continues. They are urging anyone with information, including residents with home security camera footage or drivers with dashcam video from the areas of Markham Road, Ellesmere Road, and Clementine Square around 1:00 PM on Tuesday, to come forward.
The investigation remains open and active. Toronto police have not released descriptions of any potential suspects or vehicles at this early stage. They are asking the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. The fact that these discharges happened in broad daylight underscores the brazen nature of the acts and the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating illegal firearms.
