In a troubling incident early Thursday morning, a man was shot by police at Toronto Pearson International Airport, prompting a partial closure of the bustling Terminal 1. The situation unfolded at approximately 6:56 a.m., as authorities responded to the scene, where paramedics dispatched four ambulances. The age and condition of the injured man remain unclear, and there has been no confirmation regarding whether he was armed at the time of the incident.
Peel Regional Police, responsible for security at the airport, reported that the officer involved in the shooting was unharmed, adding that there was no immediate threat to public safety. In light of the shooting, the Ontario Special Investigations Unit has been called in to oversee the review of the situation, as is standard protocol for incidents resulting in police use of force.
Travelers are being advised to prepare for substantial delays as the airport authority has rerouted passenger traffic, instructing them to access the terminal through the arrivals area. This incident follows a notable event in February when a Delta Air Lines plane encountered a serious issue upon landing, highlighting the ongoing safety concerns associated with airport operations.
Vjosa Isai, a reporter with The Times, provides continual coverage of significant events across Canada, including developments in Toronto.
