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Toronto Police Vow to Tackle Gun Violence After Fatal Shooting
The city of Toronto is reeling after a devastating shooting on Tuesday night left one person dead and five others injured. The incident has sparked a renewed commitment from Toronto police to tackle gun violence, with Chief Myron Demkiw stating that the force is "laser focused" on addressing the issue.
A Community in Mourning
The shooting occurred in the North York area, near Flemington Road and Zachary Court, at around 8:40 p.m. on Tuesday. Police and paramedics rushed to the scene, where they found a group of people who had been shot. The victims were taken to hospital, where one man, 31, was pronounced dead. The other five victims, including a 17-year-old, suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigation Underway
Detective Sergeant Tiffany Castell told reporters that police believe three suspects were responsible for the shooting. The suspects are described as male, with slim to average builds, wearing dark clothing and with their faces covered. All three were armed, according to police.
A Call to Action
The shooting has sent shockwaves through the community, with many residents calling for action to be taken to prevent such incidents in the future. Mayor Olivia Chow, Chief Demkiw, and Coun. Mike Colle met with area residents on Thursday to discuss the incident and potential solutions.
"We need to do everything we can to prevent and intervene regarding violence, not just in this community but across the city," Chief Demkiw said. "We will remain laser focused in our efforts to tackle gun violence, particularly as the summer months are upon us."
Tightening Gun Laws
Pastor Delroy Sherman told Global News that the shooting should serve as a wake-up call to tighten gun laws in the country. "It shouldn’t take months or years to change the gun laws. That’s what needs to be done in our community," he said.
Justice Reform
Chief Demkiw also spoke about the need for justice reform, stating that it’s a complex issue that requires a multifaceted approach. "We need reform across the system. It’s not just about bail, it’s also about deterrence, it’s also about accountability," he said.
A Community Comes Together
Despite the tragedy, there is a sense of hope and resilience in the community. Mayor Chow said that residents she spoke with were grieving, but also hopeful that things can change. "They gave us some very concrete things that we can do, one of which is an accessible, safe space for young people to gather, for community to gather. Surely, we could do that," she said.
If You Have Information
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. If you have any information, please contact the Toronto Police Service.
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