Ajax man arrested in connection to Rexdale shooting

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An Ajax man has been arrested in connection with a Rexdale shooting that injured two people last month.

Toronto police were called to the area of Rexdale Boulevard and Islington Avenue around 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29.

It’s alleged that two people were in the area and were shot at by the suspect. Both victims were struck and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Following an investigation, the suspect was located and arrested on Oct. 28. He was allegedly in possession of a loaded semi-automatic handgun at the time of his arrest.

The firearm allegedly seized by Toronto police. TPS/HO

Muhammad Sheref, 28, of Ajax, is facing several weapons charges along with two counts of aggravated assault.

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