Canada: Police responding to shooting incident in Mississauga, Ont., the evening of July 1

Event

Police are responding to a shooting incident near Queensway East and Stanfield Road in Mississauga, Ontario, in the Toronto area the evening of July 1. Reports indicate at least four people suffered injuries and that the suspect has fled in a vehicle. The motivation for the incident is currently unclear. Police are advising the public to avoid the area.

A heavy security presence is likely in the area through at least early July 2 as police investigate the incident. Localized traffic disruptions and business disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized transport and business disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations near the impacted location. Heed the directives of authorities.