Man wanted in connection with attempted murder investigation in Toronto

Police are seeking to locate a man wanted in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Toronto.

Toronto police said on Dec. 3, 2022 at around 2:16 a.m., officers received a report of a shooting in the Church Street and Front Street East area.

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Officers said the suspect was involved in a fight and discharged a firearm, striking and “severely injuring” another man.

Police are now searching for 28-year-old Javell Jackson from Toronto.

He is wanted for attempted murder, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order and failing to comply with a release order.

“Anyone assisting him could face criminal charges,” police said in a news release.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.