Man in life-threatening condition after being shot in head at Scarborough apartment

A man shot in the head at an apartment building on Lawrence Avenue East, near Orton Park Road, may survive, thanks to fast-acting first-responders. Carl Hanstke has the latest from the scene.

A man is in hospital after being shot in the head at an apartment building in Scarborough early Friday morning.

Police were called to a building on Lawrence Avenue East, near Orton Park Road, around 4:45 a.m. for reports that someone had been shot.

Officers located a man inside the building suffering from gunshot wounds.

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Paramedics confirm a male victim was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police say the victim is now in stable condition.

An investigation is ongoing. No suspect information has been made available.