Horrifying news has emerged from Toronto, where the brutal murder of a young Indian woman has shocked the entire expatriate community. Canadian police have issued a nationwide warrant for a suspect, linking the case to intimate partner violence.
Here are the full details of this tragic incident and the current situation:
Indian-origin woman Himanshi murdered in Canada: Toronto police search for killer, red alert issued
Toronto police have identified the deceased woman as 30-year-old Himanshi Khurana. The main suspect in this heinous murder is Abdul Ghafoori (32), who is currently at large. Police believe the accused and the victim knew each other.
From missing report to murder revelation:
The entire incident started on Friday night when the police received information about Himanshi’s disappearance.
Dec. 19 (10:41 p.m.): Police received a call about a missing person in the area of Strachan Avenue and Wellington Street West.
Overnight search: Toronto police continued the search throughout the night.
December 20 (6:30 a.m.): Police found Himanshi’s body inside a house. Based on the circumstances at the scene, it was immediately declared a homicide.
A nationwide warrant and stringent charges
have been issued by police for first-degree murder against Abdul Ghafoori. Under Canadian law, if a court determines that the murder was premeditated, the perpetrator can face life imprisonment without parole.
Indian Government’s Action and Condolences
The Consulate General of India in Toronto is closely monitoring the matter. The Consulate expressed its condolences on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), stating: “We are deeply shocked by the murder of Indian national Himanshi Khurana. Our thoughts are with her family in this hour of grief.” The Consulate clarified that they are in constant contact with local Canadian authorities and are providing all possible legal and diplomatic assistance to the victim’s family.
Canadian police have appealed to the public to immediately report any information they have about the suspect, Abdul Ghafoori. The incident has also sparked debate among Indian professionals living abroad about serious issues such as security and domestic violence.