Police say victim and suspect knew each other as investigators continue to examine the motive behind the fatal shooting
A 26-year-old Indian-origin woman was shot dead in what Canadian police have described as a targeted attack in Toronto, with an Indian national arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
The victim, identified as Navneet Kaur, was fatally shot on the morning of 24 July near the intersection of Humberwood Boulevard and Rexdale Boulevard in Toronto’s Etobicoke area. Emergency responders reached the scene shortly after the incident, but Kaur was pronounced dead despite efforts to save her.
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Toronto Police have arrested 37-year-old Sharanjit Singh of Brampton in connection with the killing
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Sharanjit has been charged with first-degree murder and an additional count of failing to comply with an undertaking
Investigators believe the shooting was targeted rather than random and have confirmed that the accused and the victim were known to each other. However, authorities have not disclosed a possible motive, saying the investigation remains active.
According to investigators, the suspect briefly spoke with Kaur before opening fire and fleeing the scene. Police later located and arrested him without incident. Detectives continue to appeal for witnesses and anyone with video footage from the area to come forward to assist the investigation.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Indo-Canadian community, where concerns over violent crime involving members of the diaspora have grown following several high-profile cases in recent months. Community leaders have expressed condolences to Kaur’s family while urging residents to cooperate with police as the investigation progresses.
Under Canadian law, the charge against the accused has not been tested in court, and he is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Police have said further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
