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York Regional Police say a man has died after he was shot in a North York neighbourhood.

A police spokesperson told Global News that officers responded to a call in the area of Old Weston Road and Steeles Avenue around 8 p.m. Friday.

A 49-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds at a plaza in the area and was transported to a local trauma centre in critical condition.

Police said they have arrested three suspects in connection with to the homicide and are actively investigating.

Officers were told “multiple people were seen fleeing from the scene in a vehicle” by witnesses. With the help of Toronto police, they said, three suspects were located who are all in their teens.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7865 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 905-222-8477.

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Our Forensics officers are continuing to process the scene where a 49-year-old man was gunned down behind a plaza at 3850 Steeles Ave West in Vaughan. Happened around 8pm last night. 3 teens have been arrested. Call 866-876-5423 x 7865 with tips. pic.twitter.com/h1pwZl0BDV — York Regional Police (@YRP) September 22, 2018

Reports of gunshots in the area of Steeles Ave and Old Weston Rd, Vaughan – Male party has been transported to hospital with critical injuries – please avoid the area. — York Regional Police (@YRP) September 22, 2018