Child among 9 injured in Toronto birthday shooting, gunman dead: Reports

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Toronto, Jul 23, 2018 : Nine people were reportedly shot in a mass shooting in Toronto, Canada after a gunman opened fire in Greektown district. According to reports, the shooter shot himself and died soon after the incident. Police also appealed to eye witness to provide any information about the shooting. Local media reports suggest that the shooting took place outside a restaurant while a birthday party was underway.

 

A tweet posted by Toronto police said, "9 victims shot. Conditions of victims not known yet A young girl is one of the 9 victims. 9 victims does not include the shooter who is dead". The injured were taken to hospitals nearby where they are currently being treated. Witnesses over 20 gunshots and the sound of a weapon being reloaded several times, reported news agency AFP quoting local media. 

Traffic Enforcement, in a tweet, stated that Toronto police were at the scene and will have further information soon.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford tweeted condemning the attack. "My heart goes out to the victims and loved ones of the horrific act of gun violence in Toronto. Thank you to all the first responders for acting quickly to help everyone affected," he said.


courtesy:NDTV