On Air Now 70's @ 7 on More FM 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Now Playing Pursuit Of Happiness I'm An Adult Now

Toronto Police Officer Killed Following Shootings in GTA

Multiple sources say Toronto police officer killed.

One person has been killed and three others injured following a pair of shootings in the Greater Toronto Area. 

Peel Regional Police say the first incident occurred near Argentia Road and Winston Churchill in Mississauga just after 2:00 p.m. 

Two people were shot, and one was killed.

The second victim was taken to a local trauma centre. 

Sources say the person killed was a Toronto police officer

The second incident took place at a plaza in Milton near King and Main Streets this afternoon. 

Police say three people were shot just before 3:00 p.m. 

Two have been taken to hospital, and one person died 

Investigators say they believe the same person is responsible for both incidents. 

Police are on the hunt for a suspect described as a black male with a thin build. 

According to investigators, the suspect vehicle is stolen, and the license plate is CLMZ 905. 

Just before 4:30 p.m., the province issued an emergency alert warning the public of an 'active shooter' and advising residents not to approach the suspect if spotted. 

Shortly after the emergency alert, a suspect was taken into custody. 

More from Local News