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It is troubling because of the magnitude of the shootings and the number of people hurt, and I don't want to speculate as to the why and how,
Chow told reporters Saturday morning at a news conference One male was armed with what appears to be an assault rifle, the other two males were armed with handguns, and they walked into the bar, they produced their guns and they opened fire indiscriminately on the people sitting inside,
This is an early and ongoing investigation — police will provide further details,
Chow wrote on social media These guys just looked at the ground and opened fire,
When officers arrived on scene, there were some people laying on the floor,
Superintendent MacIntyre said What we had right now is we had three guys walk into a pub and open fire. So yeah, I’m concerned.”
This was a brazen and reckless act of violence that’s really shaken our community and the city itself,
My thoughts are with the victims and their families,
The motive for this shooting right now remains unclear. We're chasing down all leads,
he added, quoted by CTV news We’re open to that, but we’re not sure yet.”
When asked if the shooting may be connected to the recent tow truck-related shootings, he said I am deeply troubled to hear reports of a shooting at a pub in Scarborough. I have spoken to Chief Demkiw and he has assured me all necessary resources have been deployed. This is an early and ongoing investigation - police will provide further details. My thoughts are with the victims and their families."
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said