US consulate in Toronto struck by gunfire, police say; no injuries reported

Early Tuesday morning, the U.S. consulate in Toronto was struck by gunfire, prompting a national security investigation. Two male suspects in a white Honda CR-V reportedly fired at the building around 4:30 a.m. before fleeing the scene. While there were people inside, no injuries were reported. Authorities, including the Toronto Police Service, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and the FBI, are investigating the incident, recovering shell casings and noting damage to the building. The motive remains unknown, and it is too early to classify the shooting as terrorism. As a precaution, security has been increased at the U.S. and Israeli consulates in Toronto and Ottawa. Officials state there is no indication of an ongoing threat to public safety.

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