Two dead, six wounded in shooting at Toronto salsa festival (VIDEOS)
The suspect remains at large, police said
Two people were killed and at least six others were injured in a mass shooting at the Salsa on St. Clair street festival in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday evening.
Police received reports of an active shooter shortly after 8 p.m. and cordoned off the area. The suspect remains at large.
“A large police presence remains in the area as officers continue their investigation. Please continue to avoid the area and follow directions from emergency personnel,” police said.
Videos from the scene show people running for cover after gunshots rang out.
People RUNNING OFF after Mass Shooting in Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair Festival 😳 https://t.co/hr4ChzLq5d pic.twitter.com/VdyfrTfJiL
— RTN (@RTNToronto) July 12, 2026
Another video shows paramedics treating the victims.
#BREAKING: Bystanders are left in shock after a shooting during a festival in Toronto left two people dead and three others injured. 🤕🚨#Toronto #Canada #BreakingNews https://t.co/7fbknyd9f0 pic.twitter.com/PBr46OpJCD
— The Globe & News (@TheGlobeNewt) July 12, 2026
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