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2 killed, 6 injured at Toronto festival after pair of gunmen shoot at one another
By Marlene Lenthang | NBC News at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 11, 2026
· 2 min read
Two people were killed and six others were injured when a pair of gunmen opened fire at a festival celebrating Latino culture in Toronto on Saturday, police said.
Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while five others suffered gunshot wounds and another was hospitalized with u...
Key takeaway The shooting was reported around 8:12 p.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The shooting at Toronto's Salsa on St. Clair festival has no direct connection to San Francisco , but it raises concerns about public safety at large community events in the City and County of San Francisco. As San Francisco hosts numerous cultural festivals and celebrations throughout the year, the city's law enforcement and event organizers must be vigilant in ensuring the safety of attendees. The incident in Toronto may prompt a review of security measures at upcoming events in San Francisco, such as increased police presence or enhanced crowd control strategies. San Francisco's own experiences with public safety at festivals and events will likely inform its response to this incident, and residents can expect a heightened sense of awareness and preparedness from local authorities in the coming weeks.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Two people were killed and six others were injured when a pair of gunmen opened fire at a festival celebrating Latino culture in Toronto on Saturday, police said.
Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while five others suffered gunshot wounds and another was hospitalized with u...
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