2 killed, 4 injured in shooting near Toronto festival

Two people were killed and four others injured in a shooting near a street festival in Toronto on Saturday, police said, after initially warning the public about an active shooter before later declaring the scene secure.

Toronto police said six people were found with gunshot wounds following the shooting near St. Clair Avenue West and Arlington Avenue, where the Salsa on St. Clair festival was taking place.

Police initially urged people to stay away from the area as officers responded to the incident. Later, they confirmed the scene had been secured but said the suspect or suspects had not yet been arrested.

A heavy police presence remained around the festival site, which hosts the annual Latino-themed cultural celebration.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he was "devastated" by the violence.

"I am devastated by the senseless violence at the Salsa on St. Clair Festival that has claimed two lives and injured others," Ford wrote in a social media post. "My thoughts are with the victims, their families and everyone affected."

Toronto, Canada's largest city, is considered one of North America's safest major cities. Fatal shootings, especially those involving multiple victims in public places, are relatively uncommon.