On April 24, 2025, a man was shot by police at Toronto's busiest airport.
**Shooting Incident at Toronto Pearson International Airport Causes Delays**
**Shooting Incident at Toronto Pearson International Airport Causes Delays**
A police shooting leads to a partial closure of the airport's main terminal and prompts travel disruptions.
The Toronto Pearson International Airport experienced significant disruptions on Thursday morning after police shot a man in the departures area of its largest terminal. The incident occurred at approximately 6:56 a.m., leading to a partial shutdown of Terminal 1 while authorities managed the situation.
Details regarding the man's age, condition, and whether he was armed remain unclear as the Peel Regional Police, designated to oversee security at the airport, confirmed that the officer involved in the shooting sustained no injuries and asserted there was no ongoing threat to public safety.
In response to the shooting, the police have engaged the Special Investigations Unit, Ontario's independent oversight body responsible for investigating incidents that result in injury or death due to police actions. The airport authority promptly issued advisories to travelers, warning of potential delays and advising alternate entrance and exit routes via the arrivals area.
This shooting incident follows a notable event earlier this year when a Delta Air Lines passenger jet lost control after landing at the airport, resulting in several injuries amongst the 76 passengers and four crew members, but thankfully all were successfully evacuated without fatalities. The airport remains a central hub for travelers, and officials are working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible while ensuring passenger safety.
Details regarding the man's age, condition, and whether he was armed remain unclear as the Peel Regional Police, designated to oversee security at the airport, confirmed that the officer involved in the shooting sustained no injuries and asserted there was no ongoing threat to public safety.
In response to the shooting, the police have engaged the Special Investigations Unit, Ontario's independent oversight body responsible for investigating incidents that result in injury or death due to police actions. The airport authority promptly issued advisories to travelers, warning of potential delays and advising alternate entrance and exit routes via the arrivals area.
This shooting incident follows a notable event earlier this year when a Delta Air Lines passenger jet lost control after landing at the airport, resulting in several injuries amongst the 76 passengers and four crew members, but thankfully all were successfully evacuated without fatalities. The airport remains a central hub for travelers, and officials are working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible while ensuring passenger safety.
