Gunfire at U.S. Consulate in Toronto Prompts Security Increase
Toronto, Canada – Gunfire erupted at the U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, prompting a police investigation and a heightened security posture at American and Israeli consulates and embassies in Canada. No injuries or damage were immediately reported.
Details of the Incident
According to Toronto Police and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the shooting occurred in the early morning hours. Witnesses reported seeing a white Honda CRV stop in front of the U.S. Consulate, and two individuals exited the vehicle, discharging a handgun at the building before fleeing southbound on University Avenue CBC News.
“The shooting that took place at the U.S. Consulate early this morning is an absolutely unacceptable act of violence and intimidation aimed at our American friends and neighbours,” stated Ontario Premier Doug Ford CBS News.
Investigation and Security Response
The RCMP and Toronto Police are jointly investigating the incident, which is being treated as a “national security incident” CBC News. Authorities have not yet determined a motive for the shooting.
RCMP Chief Superintendent Chris Leather announced that security will be increased at the American and Israeli consulates, as well as embassies in Ottawa AP News. He too confirmed ongoing communication with U.S. Counterparts, including the FBI, and consulate staff.
“There’s obviously formal communication going on with our U.S. Counterparts, the FBI, the consulate itself here. We’ve had members at the consulate here this morning, along with Toronto police, meeting with staff here and their senior executive to discuss the incident,” Leather said CBS News.
Context of Recent Attacks
This incident follows a series of shootings at synagogues in the Greater Toronto Area, occurring amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East CBC News. Police are investigating potential connections between these events.
Ongoing Investigation
Police are seeking two male suspects and have asked anyone with information to reach forward. Authorities have stated there is “no indication of an immediate threat to public safety” at this time CBS News.