Toronto Man Charged After Shots Fired in Vaughan
Investigators with the York Regional Police Firearms Investigations Team have charged a Toronto man with numerous firearms-related offences following a shooting in the City of Vaughan.
On August 19, 2026, at approximately 8:20 a.m., officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area of Weston Road and Langstaff Road. On scene, officers located a commercial premise that had sustained damage from gunfire.
The premise was occupied at the time of the shooting. Fortunately, there were no injuries.
A lone suspect was identified and, on August 20, 2026, Felix ALGAI, 45, of Toronto, was charged.
A search warrant was executed at a Toronto residence. During the search, investigators located a quantity of ammunition and a controlled substance believed to be cocaine.
ALGAI is charged with:
- Reckless Discharge of a Firearm
- Possession of a Weapon Contrary to Court Order
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order
- Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited Device x2
- Possession of a Controlled Substance
The firearm used in the shooting, believed to be an assault-style rifle, has not been located.
Investigators believe this to be an isolated incident and are not seeking any additional suspects.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Firearms Investigation Team at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7817. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.
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