A 23-year-old Innisfil man has been charged by York Regional Police (YRP) after multiple shots were fired at a home in Vaughan.
Shortly after 2 a.m. Wednesday, police say they responded to the sounds of gunshots on Lady Angela Lane, in the area of Bathurst Street and Teston Road.
"Officers responded quickly and attempted to contain the suspect vehicle. After a short pursuit, the suspect was arrested with the assistance of the canine unit," YRP said in a news release.
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The suspect sustained minor injuries.
Police added that a handgun was recovered at the scene.
Investigators say the pickup truck driven by the suspect was stolen in Toronto on September 9.
The accused is facing weapons and firearm offences, and one charge each of dangerous operation of a vehicle and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.
Police say they are linking this incident to two other shootings that occurred in Vaughan last weekend. A third incident is also being considered as potentially connected. The suspect vehicle, a dark-coloured sedan, that was seen in all three incidents, remains outstanding.
