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She said investigators have identified the deceased gunman, but his family has not consented to the release of his identity. The weapon has been recovered from the scene, but Denette could not say whether or not the gun was legally purchased. During the incident, the gunman shot six people. Five were killed, and one is now in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. That individual is expected to survive, York Regional Police Chief Jim MacSween told reporters at the scene late last night.
Members of YRP’s emergency response unit were also on hand Sunday evening to assist in clearing the buildings in the residential complex. MacSween said while it is unclear at this point what “drew this person here,” there is “no further threat to the community at this point.” “I would urge everyone to wait until York Regional Police has concluded their investigation and they provide their updates before we speculate,” he said.
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