Two Men Fire Multiple Shots at U.S. Consulate in Toronto, Flee in White SUV

Two men fired multiple shots at the U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto early Tuesday, police said.

“La Policía de Toronto informó que a las 5:29 de la mañana del martes recibió reportes de disparos contra el consulado estadounidense, ubicado en una zona céntrica de la ciudad”

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The shooters drove by in a white Honda CR-V, got out and both fired multiple rounds from a single handgun.

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No one was injured, though television images showed apparent bullet marks on a glass door at the main entrance.

Toronto police said investigators were searching for the two suspects and asking the public for help, including dashboard-camera footage.

Forensic teams photographed the consulate facade after arriving in a large forensics van.

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Authorities said the consulate shooting was being investigated as a national security incident.

Political and law-enforcement leaders condemned the attack and called for heightened vigilance.

“TORONTO (AP) — Canadian police are investigating reports that the United States consulate in downtown Toronto was hit by gunfire early Tuesday morning”

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford labelled it “an absolutely unacceptable act of violence and intimidation.”

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow stressed that the city’s Jewish community must be able to live without fear.

An RCMP chief superintendent urged increased vigilance at U.S. and Israeli consulates.

The shooting occurred amid a tense local context.

Media reports noted recent shootings at area synagogues, though outlets differ on the exact number.

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There have also been large demonstrations outside the consulate tied to the war in Iran, described as occurring both in support of and in protest of U.S. policy.

Authorities said they would increase security at diplomatic sites and asked the public to report information.

Police reiterated there were no reported injuries.

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Officers encouraged anyone with footage or information to come forward as the investigation continues.