The Digester

Shots fired at U.S. Consulate building in downtown Toronto

Mar 10th 2026

Early morning gunfire directed at the U.S. Consulate on University Avenue prompted a police investigation and road closures in downtown Toronto, with no reported injuries.

  • Shots were fired toward the U.S. Consulate near University Avenue and Queen Street West at about 5:30 a.m. on March 10, 2026.
  • Police say they located evidence of a firearm discharge at the scene.
  • No injuries have been reported.
  • Southbound University Avenue is closed between Queen and Dundas streets for the investigation.
  • Police have not released suspect information and are asking anyone with information to contact them.