A man has been hospitalized after a shooting in the Fairbank neighborhood of Toronto.
According to police, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening near Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue West. The victim, a man in his 30s, was found with gunshot wounds and was rushed to a nearby hospital in serious condition.
Authorities have not released any information about the suspect or suspects involved in the shooting. They are currently investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that may assist in their investigation.
Residents in the area reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a heavy police presence in the neighborhood. Many expressed shock and concern over the violence in their community.
This shooting is just one of many incidents of gun violence that have occurred in Toronto in recent months. The city has seen a significant increase in shootings and homicides, prompting calls for action from community leaders and politicians.
Mayor John Tory has expressed his concern over the rise in gun violence and has promised to work with law enforcement to address the issue. He has also called for stricter gun control measures to be implemented in order to prevent these types of incidents from happening.
Police are urging anyone with information about the Fairbank shooting to come forward and assist with their investigation. They can do so anonymously through Crime Stoppers or by contacting the Toronto Police directly.
As the investigation continues, the victim remains in the hospital and his condition is unknown at this time. The community is left shaken by this senseless act of violence and is hoping for a swift resolution to the case.
