Ghanaian teenager dies in fatal shooting in Canada
An 18-year-old Ghanaian, Prince Abdul Malik, has been shot dead in Canada, with Toronto police investigating the circumstances surrounding his killing.
An 18-year-old Ghanaian, Prince Abdul Malik, tragically lost his life in a fatal shooting in Toronto, Canada. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. Malik was shot on Saturday, November 7, in the Rathburn Road and The East Mall neighbourhood. The Toronto Police Service has classified the incident as a homicide.
Upon arrival at the scene around 4:27 pm, officers found the teenager with gunshot wounds. Emergency responders worked swiftly to stabilize Malik before he was transported to the hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. Police identified the deceased as Malik Abass, an 18-year-old resident of Mississauga, however, his family confirmed his Ghanaian name, Prince Abdul Malik.
The suspect or suspects involved fled the scene before police arrived. Toronto police are seeking to establish the events that led to the shooting but have not disclosed a possible motive or made any arrests. As of now, Toronto's homicide count for 2026 stands at 33, with the ongoing investigation into Malik's death.
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