At least two people were killed during a shooting at a street festival in Toronto on July 12, 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 20:12 local time on St Clair Avenue, where thousands gathered for the annual Salsa on St Clair festival. Police reported that six individuals sustained gunshot wounds, with two pronounced dead at the scene.
Details of the Toronto Shooting Incident
According to Toronto police, the chaos erupted when an exchange of gunfire occurred between two individuals at the festival. Two firearms were recovered from the scene. Police have not yet made any arrests and investigations are ongoing.
Toronto Deputy Police Chief Francisco Barredo described the festival atmosphere as "very chaotic," noting that there were around 13,000 people in attendance at the time of the shooting. Authorities are managing three separate crime scenes related to the incident and will provide updates as new information becomes available.
Public Response and Official Statements
The shooting has drawn significant public attention, leading to statements from various officials. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed his horror at the event, stating he was "horrified" and offered prayers for the victims and their families. Ontario Premier Doug Ford condemned the violence, calling it "senseless" and emphasized the need for the perpetrator to be brought to justice.
