Mass shooting in Toronto: At least one dead, 5 hospitalised; probe on

At least one person died and five others were injured on Tuesday night following a shooting in Lawrence Heights, Toronto.

Toronto police and paramedics responded to reports of gunfire just after 8.30 pm (local time) near Flemington and Zachary Roads, in the area of Ranee Avenue and Allen Road.

Shooting:(UPDATE)
-5 people transported to hospital w/gunshot wounds
-injuries are unknown at this time
-Command Post is being set up in the Ranee Ave Flemington Rd area
-more info to follow#GO1154114
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— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) June 4, 2025

Police said a man in his 40s was pronounced dead at the scene, while four other men and one woman were taken to hospital with gunshot wounds. Their injuries are unknown at the time.

A command post has been set up in the Ranee Avenue and Flemington Road area as the investigation continues. Police have not released any information about possible suspects.

Toronto mayor Olivia Chow said she is “disturbed” by the incident and confirmed her office is in contact with police. “I want to thank the first responders—Toronto police, fire, and paramedic services—for your work on a very busy and challenging scene,” she said.

Speaking to media late Tuesday night, duty senior officer B Sarvanandan said there are multiple suspects involved, and there are no risks to public safety.

The area remains under a heavy police presence as officers work to gather more information.