Four Arrested After Firearm Investigation in Toronto

Toronto police say that four men have been arrested and charged after officers responded to reports of gunshots near Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West early Wednesday morning.

Toronto Police Service said officers from 12 Division responded to the call at approximately 1:42 a.m. on October 28, 2026. Police allege a firearm was discharged, but no injuries were reported.

Officers located four men allegedly in possession of loaded firearms. Police have also released an image of the seized weapons.

Those arrested are Jhaylin Murray, 21, of Brampton; Derrek Hunter, 24, of Hamilton; Jahsiaha Banton-Allen, 24, of Toronto; and Jeshiah White, 19, of Brampton.

The four face multiple firearms-related charges, including possession of loaded and prohibited firearms, unauthorized possession of firearms, and possession of prohibited devices. Some also face charges related to careless storage and carrying concealed weapons.

All four were scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, located at 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Wednesday, October 28, at 9:30 a.m.

Police are asking anyone with information about the investigation to contact the Toronto Police Service at 416-808-1200.