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Shots Fired At A Massive Victory Rally For The Toronto Raptors

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 17 Jun, 2019 08:14 PM

Police say shots have been fired at a massive victory rally for the Toronto Raptors.

They say there are reports of a woman being injured.

Festivities were briefly suspended.

Some in the crowd are seen running from the area.

And again. People running away from the right side. Not sure what’s going on pic.twitter.com/1fEoGoaVMl
— Meagan Fitzpatrick (@fitzpatrick_m) June 17, 2019

More to come.

Police say they've received reports of shots fired near Toronto Raptors victory event at Nathan Phillips Square. Organizers urge calm but no one is asked to leave area. Prime Minister and other dignitaries remain on stage. Event continues after brief pause.
— CBC News Alerts (@CBCAlerts) June 17, 2019

Toronto police say they've received several calls about children lost in the crowds at the Toronto Raptors victory parade. Police are advising parents and caregivers that any lost child will be taken to 52 Division at 255 Dundas Street West, just west of Yonge Street.
— CBC News Alerts (@CBCAlerts) June 17, 2019

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