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24-year-old Toronto man arrested in connection with attempted murder investigation: police

A Toronto Police Services logo is shown at headquarters, in Toronto, on Friday, August 9, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Toronto, police say.

In a press release, Toronto police said officers became aware of a man who had allegedly violated conditions relating to an ongoing attempted murder investigation.

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Police said officers arrested 24-year-old Nickain Jackson from Toronto in the Dixon Road and Carlingview Drive area.

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According to police, he was allegedly in possession of a loaded firearm.

Officers said he has been charged with four counts of failing to comply with release orders, and several firearm-related charges including possession of a loaded regulated firearm.

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Police are asking anyone with information to contact officers or Crime Stoppers.

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