Toronto Police work the scene where an officer was shot responding to an e-bike robbery in Toronto, on Thursday, August 13, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Keito Newman
Toronto police say one person has been arrested after an officer was shot in the early hours of Thursday during a call for a stolen e-bike.
Police say officers responded to a robbery call for the stolen e-bike around 3 a.m.
Investigators say that once found, the suspect shot an officer.
Police say the officer was taken to hospital with injuries that are serious but not life-threatening.
Investigators say the suspect was arrested, and police seized a firearm.
Police say they are still investigating the shooting.
Deputy Chief Lauren Pogue says she will be giving an update on the officer outside the doors to the St. Michael's Hospital emergency department Thursday morning.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published August 13, 2026.
🎧 Local news stories that matter most to you
Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and wherever you get your podcasts to get notified of new episodes every day.
What do you think of this article?
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
