Toronto police officers injured after suspect allegedly turns violent

Toronto police officers were called to the Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue area just after 8:30 a.m. for reports of a man being threatened. Photo: Alfredo Colangelo/CityNews.

By Lucas Casaletto

Posted February 11, 2025 10:01 am.

Last Updated February 11, 2025 10:44 am.

Several police officers were injured when responding to a call in North York on Tuesday after a man allegedly became violent.

Toronto police officers were called to the Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue area just after 8:30 a.m. for reports of a man being threatened.

It’s alleged that the man became violent with the authorities, and several officers were treated for non-life-threatening injuries at the scene.

A spokesperson said one officer suffered a head injury.

A man is in custody, police noted, adding that the suspect was also transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation is ongoing.

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