

Paul Johnston, CP24.com





A man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being shot in the face in the Junction Monday evening.

It happened on Keele Street, near Annette Street, shortly 7 p.m.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately known.

The victim was conscious and breathing at the scene, a representative with Toronto Paramedic Services said.

No one is currently in custody in connection with the shooting, police said.

A suspect description has not been provided by investigators.

Keele Street is currently closed in both directions between Dundas and Annette streets as police continue to canvass the area for witnesses and possible video surveillance footage.