One of two men named by police in connection with Monday's shooting at Fairview Mall has been released after turning himself into authorities.
Shaun Mobeen, 29 voluntarily surrendered to police at 33 Division early Wednesday morning, after his photo and description were released Tuesday evening.
Toronto police said Wednesday afternoon that Mobeen was "released unconditionally" and will not be facing any charges.
Police regard the Monday night shooting incident as an attempted murder investigation and are still seeking a suspect.
Toronto police were called to the North York mall at 8:44 p.m. after a single gunshot was fired in the lower-level food court.
According to a senior Toronto Police Service officer from 33 Division, mall security tried to stop an alleged shoplifter in the mall as he was leaving the Hudson's Bay Company store. The suspect broke free and security chased him.
After a brief pursuit, a single shot was allegedly fired in the direction of a security guard. He jumped into a jewelry store to avoid the bullet. The suspect then fled the mall, running to a nearby housing complex.
Neither the security guard nor anyone else was injured, although the guard was left shaken by the close call.
A handgun was recovered by police near the scene of the shooting.
Police say they have ample video evidence from inside the mall.
Police are seeking 27-year-old Christopher Alexander. He is described as male, black, 5'10" with a medium build. He had dark hair pulled back into a bun. He was wearing a red Air Jordan T-shirt and baggy blue jeans.
They are also seeking a second, unnamed man. He is described as black, medium build and as having worn a light-coloured shirt.
"Both men are considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached," police siad.
No allegations against them have been proven in a court of law.
People with information are asked to call 416-808-3300. They can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave a tip online at www.222tips.com.
