Man dead after ‘targeted’ shooting at Woodbine Mall

Witnesses say multiple shots were fired at the victim, a man sitting in an SUV at Woodbine mall. CTV’s Beth MacDonell reports.

A man in his 30s has died following a shooting at Woodbine Mall in Rexdale on Saturday afternoon.

Toronto police said a call came in at 3:31 p.m. for a shooting at the mall located in the area of Rexdale Boulevard and Highway 27.

Speaking to reporters at the scene, Insp. Errol Watson said officers found the victim with apparent gunshot wounds.

The man was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries but was pronounced dead shortly after, Watson said.

The victim’s identity has not been released.

Images from the scene show a white SUV with bullet holes in the windshield and the driver’s side window shattered.

Police said a suspect or suspects fled in a vehicle.

“At this time, it’s still an active investigation and we’re still working on those details,” Watson said when asked about suspect information.

The circumstances that led to the shooting are not immediately known but Watson said investigators believe it was a targeted incident.

The homicide unit is investigating the incident.

“I can understand how a shooting like this, especially at a mall, can cause concern for the safety of the public. Officers will be canvassing for any witnesses, video and evidence,” Watson said.

“We are asking anyone who saw something to say something. Please contact police with any information.”