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U.S. consulate target of gunfire, no injuries reported: Toronto police
Toronto police found evidence of gunfire at the U.S. consulate with no injuries reported; the motive remains unknown as investigations continue.
- Around 5:30 a.m., officers responded to reports of gunfire at the U.S. consulate in Toronto and found evidence a firearm had been discharged.
- Amid fears of attacks linked to the Middle East conflict, officials noted recent shootings at Toronto synagogues and a local boxing gym, raising concerns about Iranian proxy groups.
- At 360 University Ave., television images and officers on scene showed apparent bullet damage while forensic officers and crime-scene technicians photographed evidence and checked security cameras.
- The U.S. Department of State said it is investigating while Toronto police, who have no suspect information, urged members of the public to come forward with tips.
- Officials warned the episode could become a major diplomatic incident amid international tensions, with Councillor Brad Bradford calling it 'This is completely outrageous' and others saying 'It's a potential game changer'.
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Authorities Investigating After Shots Fired at US Consulate in Toronto
Toronto police are investigating after an unknown perpetrator opened fire at the U.S. Consulate in the city’s downtown core during the early morning hours of March 10. Officers responded to a call for a shooting at the American consulate at 5:29 a.m., the Toronto Police Service said in a March 10 X post. Investigators are on site after “evidence of a firearm discharge” was discovered at the building, located near University Avenue and Queen Stre…
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Toronto police investigating reports U.S. consulate hit by gunfire
TORONTO — Police are investigating reports that the United States consulate in Toronto's downtown core was hit by early morning gunfire Tuesday. No injuries have been reported. Toronto police said they responded to reports at around 5:30 a.m.
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