Three Men Shot in Toronto in Latest Towing Industry-Linked Violence
Police Task Force Intensifies Efforts to Curb Towing-Related Crime
scarborough shooting-Toronto police are investigating two separate shootings on Tuesday night that left three men injured.
The incidents, which occurred roughly an hour apart, are believed to be linked to ongoing violence within the city’s towing industry. scarborough shooting.
The first shooting took place around 10:20 p.m. outside a tow yard on Glen Scarlett Road, near Weston Road and St. Clair Avenue West. According to police, two men—a man in his 50s and another in his 20s—were shot. While the younger victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries, the older man remains in critical condition.
About an hour later,
at 11:20 p.m., another shooting occurred at a gas station and car wash on Lawrence Avenue East, near Warden Avenue in Scarborough. In this incident, a man in his 20s was injured, though his condition is not considered life-threatening.
At this stage, investigators have not confirmed a direct link between the two shootings. However, Const. Viktor Sarudi stated that officers are actively exploring the possibility.scarborough shooting.
Police Crack Down on Rising Towing Industry Violence
Authorities have been increasingly concerned about a surge in crimes associated with Toronto’s tow truck industry. In response, police launched a special task force in January to address the issue.
Data from last year revealed that 63 firearm-related incidents—including shootings—were tied to disputes within the towing sector. Alarmingly, these cases accounted for nearly 13 percent of all shootings reported in the city.
With violence continuing to escalate, law enforcement remains focused on dismantling criminal activities within the industry and ensuring public safety.
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