Man killed in Rexdale apartment shooting, police say

Toronto police are investigating after a man was allegedly shot and killed in a Rexdale apartment building on Sunday evening.

By Denio Lourenco

Posted May 31, 2026 8:51 pm.

Last Updated June 1, 2026 8:56 am.

Toronto police are investigating after a man was allegedly shot and killed in a Rexdale apartment building on Sunday evening.

Officers were called to the area of Queen’s Plate Drive and Rexdale Boulevard at approximately 8 p.m.

One man was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other details were provided.

Photo shows police at the scene of a shooting investigation in Rexdale. (CityNews/Matt Wilkins)
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