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Shooting near Toronto street festival kills 2 people, wounds 4, police say
By AP at ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
A shooting near a street festival killed two people and wounded four others on Saturday in Toronto, Canada, prompting police to warn of an active shooter before later saying the scene was secure.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The shooting near a street festival in Toronto, Canada, has no direct connection to Los Angeles , but it does raise concerns about public safety at large community events in the city. Los Angeles hosts numerous street festivals and fairs throughout the year, often drawing large crowds to celebrate diverse cultures and communities. The fact that the shooting in Toronto occurred near a Latino-themed festival is particularly relevant to Los Angeles, given the city's significant Latino population and frequent cultural events. As the city continues to promote and support these events, it is crucial for local law enforcement and event organizers to review and strengthen their security protocols to prevent similar incidents from occurring in Los Angeles. This incident may prompt a re-examination of emergency response plans and crowd control measures at upcoming festivals in the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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