Five people were injured and five have been arrested following a shooting near Toronto's waterfront early Sunday morning, according to police.
Incident details
The shooting occurred around 7:09 AM EDT on July 12, 2026, in the area of Polson Street and Cherry Street. Toronto Police responded to reports of gunfire and found five victims with injuries. All five were transported to local hospitals, though their conditions have not been released.
Police quickly apprehended five suspects at the scene. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation, and authorities have not yet disclosed whether the victims and suspects were known to each other.
Community impact
The shooting has raised concerns about safety in the waterfront area, a popular destination for residents and tourists. Local businesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a heavy police presence in the early morning hours.
“We are deeply concerned about this violent incident in our community,” said a spokesperson for the Toronto Police Service. “Our investigators are working diligently to determine the circumstances and ensure public safety.”
The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information or surveillance footage to come forward.
