Two killed, five injured in mass shooting at Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival
Toronto police secured the scene near St. Clair and Arlington after a shooting Saturday evening left two dead and multiple others wounded.
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Two people were killed and at least five others were injured during a mass shooting at Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair street festival Saturday evening, July 11.
Toronto police issued a warning about an active shooter at the festival site near St. Clair and Arlington Avenues at 8:20 p.m. A total of seven people were found with gunshot wounds; two were pronounced dead at the scene. Paramedics performed life-saving measures on at least one victim within a large crowd of spectators.
Authorities secured the scene shortly after 9 p.m. and cordoned off several blocks of St. Clair Avenue. Police have not announced any arrests or shared how many suspects they are looking for. A large police presence remained in the area as officers continued their investigation.
Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots followed by screams from crowds of people running for cover.
The facts
When did the shooting at Salsa on St. Clair happen?
The mass shooting occurred on Saturday, July 11, 2026, during the Salsa on St. Clair street festival in Toronto.
How many people were killed and injured?
Two people were killed and at least five others were injured in the shooting near St. Clair and Arlington Avenues. A total of seven people were found with gunshot wounds.
When did police secure the scene?
Toronto police secured the scene shortly after 9 p.m. on July 11, 2026, and cordoned off several blocks of St. Clair Avenue.
Has anyone been arrested?
Police have not announced any arrests or disclosed how many suspects they are searching for.
