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Man in critical condition after shooting in Toronto: police

A Toronto Police Service cruiser is seen in downtown Toronto in this file photo. Ryan Rocca / Global News File

One man remains in hospital in critical condition after a shooting in Toronto Saturday afternoon, police say.

In a series of tweets on Saturday, Toronto police said officers received reports that someone had been shot in the area of Weston Road and Lawrence Avenue West just before 6 p.m.

Police said a man was located with serious injuries.

Officers said Toronto paramedics transported a man to hospital via emergency run.

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In an update Sunday morning, Toronto police said the victim remained in hospital in critical condition.

The investigation is ongoing.

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