There was a shooting at Toronto Pearson International Airport this morning that reportedly involved an adult male and a police officer. HOLR breaks down the latest.

Pearson Airport Police

July 03, 2025: A police-involved shooting occurred early this morning at Toronto Pearson International Airport, prompting a significant response from law enforcement and emergency services.

Toronto Airport Shooting​

Peel Regional Police confirmed that an adult male was shot outside Terminal 1 around 7 a.m, as stated here. The Ontario Special Investigations Unit (SIU), which investigates incidents involving police that result in serious injury or death, has been notified and is leading the inquiry.

Authorities have seemingly not disclosed the man’s identity or the extent of his injuries as mentioned here. One X user’s post alleged that paramedics performed CPR on one person, supposedly now in critical condition.

Pearson Terminal 1 Incident

The officer involved in the incident was unharmed (also mentioned here), and police have emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.

Witnesses allegedly reported hearing loud popping noises near the terminal, and emergency responders were seen at the scene shortly after the incident. The SIU has assigned multiple investigators to the case to determine the circumstances leading to the shooting.​

Pearson Airport Departures

The incident caused significant traffic disruptions around the airport, with roads from Highway 409 to Terminal 1 being closed for several hours.

Social media posts showed a strong police presence and considerable vehicle congestion in the surrounding area.

As the SIU continues its investigation, authorities have urged the public to avoid speculation and await official updates. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.​

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