Two dead in mass shooting at Canada street festival
TORONTO, July 12: Two people were killed and three others injured in a shooting near Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival, prompting a major police response and increased security. The incident occurred Saturday near St. Clair Avenue West and Arlington Avenue, close to the popular Latino cultural event that attracts thousands of visitors.Toronto Police issued an active shooter alert and advised people to avoid the area while officers secured the scene. Authorities later confirmed the area was safe, but no suspect or arrests had been reported. Investigators are examining the circumstances behind the shooting, while the motive remains unknown. The incident adds to recent concerns over gun violence in Canada, following deadly shootings in Montreal and a school shooting in British Columbia earlier this year.(IANS)
Venezuela quake death toll rises to 4,333
CARACAS, July 12: The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,333, with 16,740 people injured and 6,462 rescued, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said. Authorities have established 94 temporary camps sheltering more than 18,000 displaced people, while around 30,000 volunteers are supporting relief efforts. The government has launched a Unified Housing Registry to identify affected families and provide financial assistance for rebuilding homes. Officials are also planning temporary family housing while permanent structures are constructed and are considering housing reforms and credit support programmes for victims. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez thanked 28 countries for providing humanitarian aid, with more than 2,000 tonnes of supplies being collected in Caracas for distribution. She said international support demonstrated global solidarity and stressed that Venezuela’s priority now is recovery, reconstruction and helping earthquake-affected communities rebuild their lives. (IANS)
Man held after Indian-American wife killed, son shot in US
WASHINGTON, July 12: A 56-year-old man has been arrested in Georgia after allegedly shooting and killing his Indian American wife and injuring their son in a domestic violence incident, police said. Kirk B. Wrzesien was taken into custody at the family home in Cobb County, near Atlanta, and is being held without bond. His wife, 57-year-old Shital Wrzesien, was found with gunshot wounds inside their Smyrna residence and later died. Their 23-year-old son, Jason Wrzesien, was found outside the home with a gunshot injury and was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police charged Kirk Wrzesien with felony murder, aggravated assault and firearm offences. Authorities said there is no ongoing danger to the public, but the motive behind the shooting remains unknown. The incident shocked neighbours, who described the area as a quiet community. The investigation is continuing, and police have not released further details about the victim’s son’s condition. (IANS)
