Gunfire erupts near U.S. Consulate in Toronto for second time this year

Monday’s shooting follows a pattern of high‑profile investigations into gunfire directed at or near the U.S. Consulate already this year.

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The U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto was shot at again on Monday morning, with police responding to calls around 4:45 a.m. to the Armoury Street and University Avenue area.

While no injuries were reported, police have confirmed that evidence of a firearm discharge was found outside the consulate. According to investigators, a white sedan was seen fleeing the area immediately after the shot was fired.