Shots fired at US consulate in Canada as police investigate incident

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by Guardian staff and agencies in Toronto
March 10, 2026
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Canadian police are investigating after shots were fired at the U.S. consulate in Toronto; no injuries reported.

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Canadian police are investigating after shots were fired at the U.S. consulate in Toronto. Authorities reported finding evidence of a discharged firearm at the scene early Tuesday morning, though no injuries were reported. Toronto police responded to the incident at 5:29 a.m. local time. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. This incident marks a security concern involving a diplomatic mission in Canada.

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