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Man injured after shooting in Scarborough: Toronto police

Toronto police say a man was shot in Scarborough, and is now looking for the suspect. Nick Westoll / File / Global News

Toronto police are looking for a suspect after a man was shot in Scarborough Wednesday night.

Officers responded just after 9:30 p.m. for a shooting in the area of Markham Road and Dunelm Street, just north of Eglinton Avenue East.

Paramedics said the victim was transported to hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

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According to investigators, the suspect ran across the field as he was fleeing the scene.

The suspect is described as a man with a slim build, and was reportedly wearing a black mask at the time of the incident. He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie and is considered armed and dangerous by police.

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The investigation is ongoing.

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