Toronto Real Estate CEO and Two Daughters Shot in Home Invasion as Wife Is Attacked With Hammer

Three masked intruders allegedly entered David Morton’s luxury Bridle Path residence early Thursday, opening fire during a confrontation with the family, according to Toronto police.

A Canadian real estate executive and his family were attacked during a violent home invasion at their multimillion-dollar property in Toronto’s affluent Bridle Path neighbourhood early Thursday morning.

David Morton, 75, head of MAC Group, and his two daughters, Maggie Zohil-Morton and Cristina Zohil-Morton, were shot after three masked men allegedly entered the family’s gated residence at approximately 3:45 a.m. Morton’s wife was reportedly struck with a hammer during the incident.

According to The Toronto Sun, the suspects were armed with handguns and a hammer when they entered the five-bedroom property.

Masked Intruders Enter Through Back Door

Toronto Police Service Inspector Kristy Smith told reporters that the three suspects gained access to the residence through a back door.

The intruders were reportedly wearing ski masks and hoodies when they encountered members of the Morton family inside the home.

A confrontation followed, during which the suspects allegedly opened fire several times. One member of the family was also struck with a hammer, Smith said.

“A struggle ensued during this altercation in which the suspects fired their guns multiple times and one victim was struck with a hammer,” the inspector told reporters.

Police Investigate Violent Bridle Path Home Invasion

The incident took place in Bridle Path, an affluent Toronto neighbourhood known for its large luxury homes and gated properties.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the attack, including how the suspects entered the residence and what happened during the confrontation.

The supplied report does not provide further details about the family members’ medical conditions, whether any suspects have been arrested, or a possible motive for the invasion.

The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities seeking to establish the sequence of events and identify those responsible.

Editorial note: This rewrite is based only on the supplied report, which ends during the initial account of the attack. Confirm the victims’ latest medical conditions, police updates, suspect descriptions and arrest status before publication. Avoid presenting an alleged motive as fact.