Tragedy at Toronto's Salsa Festival: Two Killed in Shooting

Sun Sep 06 2026 02:10:52 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

A shooting during Toronto's annual Salsa on St Clair Latin festival left two people dead and six wounded. Police have not yet apprehended the suspect(s).

During the 22nd annual Salsa on St Clair Latin festival in mid‑town Toronto, gunfire erupted on St Clair Avenue, killing two festival‑goers and wounding six others. Police arrived at 20:12 local time and have secured the scene, but the suspect(s) remain at large. A heavy police presence will stay in the area, and authorities urge the public to keep away from the site.

Tragedy at Toronto's Salsa Festival: Two Killed in Shooting

During the 22nd annual Salsa on St Clair Latin festival on St Clair Avenue in mid‑town Toronto, a sudden volley of gunfire shattered the night, leaving two people dead and six others wounded at the scene.

Police received the first call around 20:12 local time (01:12 BST) and arrived quickly, securing the area and blocking the street for safety. The authorities have not yet apprehended the suspect or suspects, and a large police presence remains in the vicinity.

The festival, which celebrated its 22nd edition, featured live music and dance performances and drew crowds to the bustling streets lined with shops and restaurants.

City officials urge the public to stay away from the area as police investigate the incident. Authorities are continuing to search for the suspect(s) and will provide further updates as the investigation proceeds.