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Deadly North York shooting prompts lockdowns at two schools

Firgrove Public School was in hold and secure, as was Westview Centennial Secondary School

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A man was killed in a shooting in North York that prompted two schools to be locked down on Thursday afternoon.

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Gunshots were heard and the victim was found at the scene suffering from a gunshot wound.

Officers administered first aid but police later said the victim died at the scene.

SHOOTING:
Firgrove Cres + Jane St

- Gunshots heard
- Police are on scene
- One person located who has been shot
- Officers commenced first aid
- Nearby school in lockdown#GO1946158
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— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) October 6, 2022

Nearby Firgrove Public School was in hold and secure, as was Westview Centennial Secondary School, according to the Toronto District School Board.