Investigators with the York Regional Police Firearms Investigations Team are seeking witnesses after a business in the City of Markham was the target of a shooting.
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, just after 3 a.m., police responded to reports of gunfire at a commercial plaza in the area of Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue. On scene, officers located damage consistent with multiple rounds having been fired at the business.
The business was unoccupied at the time. There were no injuries.
Surveillance video shows a dark-coloured sport utility vehicle (SUV) parked at the commercial plaza. A suspect, dressed in dark clothing, exits the vehicle for a few minutes before getting back into the driver’s seat. The vehicle then flees the scene. It was last seen eastbound on Highland Park Boulevard.
Investigators are appealing to anyone who has not yet spoken to police to please come forward. Additionally, officers are seeking surveillance video or dashcam footage from the area at the time of the shooting.
York Regional Police are aware of concerns within the community that this incident may be linked to broader geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. At this time, no motive has been confirmed and the investigation remains ongoing. We recognize these concerns and take them seriously, and are examining all available leads and evidence as we’re working closely with policing and intelligence partners to assess any potential links, including the possibility of politically motivated or transnational elements.
Anyone who has information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Firearms Investigations Team by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7817, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be sent online at www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable Kevin Nebrija
26-71860
March 2, 2026
