Restaurant damaged after shots fired in Toronto's Yorkville neighbourhood
Toronto police say a restaurant in Toronto's Yorkville neighbourhood was damaged after shots were fired in the area early Monday morning.
According to police, officers were called to Avenue and Davenport roads for reports of the sound of gunshots.
Police arrived to find evidence of gunfire at the scene and damage to an area restaurant.
No injuries were reported and police say the investigation is ongoing.
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