Dispute between 2 men ended with shots fired, police say

Flashing lights on a police car are shown on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Matt Rourke Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

By Denio Lourenco

Posted September 14, 2024 9:45 am.

Last Updated September 14, 2024 9:49 am.

An early morning dispute in North York ended with an exchange of gunfire, according to police.

Officers were called to the area of Jane Street and Wilson Avenue around 2:48 a.m. on Saturday.

Police say they received reports that two males were engaged in a verbal dispute that escalated into a shooting.

Both men fled the area and no injuries were reported.

Upon arrival, investigators say they found evidence that a firearm was discharged.

No other details have been provided at this time.

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