Urgent manhunt underway after pub shooting leaves 12 wounded in Toronto

08 March 2025 , 08:26

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Armed police were seen at the scene (Picture: CTV News)

An urgent hunt for gunman who shot 12 pub goers leaving some fighting for their life has been launched.

Police in Toronto said they were called to reports of multiple people being shot at the Piper Arms pub in Scarborough on Friday night.

Paramedics said 11 adults suffered injuries, with some remaining in a critical condition, while police confirmed 12 were hurt.

They told Canada’s CP24 Media it was a ‘dynamic situation’, with four people were also confirmed to not have life-threatening injuries.

A suspect wearing a balaclava was seen fleeing in a silver car and is still at large.

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said: ‘This is an early and ongoing investigation – police will provide further details.

‘My thoughts are with the victims and their families.’

Armed police were seen at the scene along with other emergency vehicles.

Pub shooting sees 12 wounded including several now fighting for life as balaclava-clad suspect flees the scene (Picture: CTV News)

James Turner