Toronto Shooting Claims Indian Student: Consulate Mourns 'Tragic Loss of Young Life'
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A devastating shooting incident near the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus has claimed the life of an Indian student, sparking an outpouring of condolences from the Consulate General of India in Canada. Shivank Avasthi, a young doctoral student, was pronounced dead at the scene after being shot in the Highland Creek Trail and Old Kingston Road area. The Toronto Police are still searching for suspects who fled the scene before police arrived. In a statement, the Consulate General expressed deep anguish over the tragic loss of life and assured that they are in close touch with the victim's family, providing necessary assistance and support during this difficult time. The incident has raised concerns about safety in Toronto, with this being the city's 41st homicide of the year. The Consulate General had earlier expressed shock and sorrow over the murder of another Indian-origin woman, Himanshi Khurana, who was found murdered in the city. The police have issued a Canada-wide arrest warrant for a suspect believed to be involved in the case, identified as 32-year-old Abdul Ghafoori. The investigation into both incidents is ongoing, with the Consulate General working closely with local authorities to provide support to the families involved.
