Omanghana
An 18-year-old Ghanaian has died after being shot in Toronto, Canada, prompting a homicide investigation by the Toronto Police Service.
The teenager was identified by police as Malik Abass, a resident of Mississauga in the Greater Toronto Area. His family identified him as Prince Abdul Malik.
The shooting occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, near Rathburn Road and The East Mall in Etobicoke, a district in western Toronto.
Emergency response
Police said officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 4:27 p.m. and found the teenager suffering from gunshot wounds.
Emergency personnel performed life-saving measures before paramedics transported him to hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Police said the suspect or suspects had left the area before officers arrived.
Homicide investigation
The Toronto Police Service’s Homicide and Missing Persons Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Speaking to reporters at the scene, Inspector Jeff Allington said police had an initial description of two male suspects wearing dark clothing.
Police have not publicly disclosed a motive or said whether the victim knew anyone involved. They had not announced an arrest as of November 9.
Investigators have appealed to residents and motorists with relevant information, security camera recordings or dashcam footage to come forward. Anyone with information can contact Toronto police at 416-808-7400.
Police recorded Malik’s death as Toronto’s 33rd homicide of 2026.
His death has left his family and loved ones grieving and prompted messages of sympathy within the Ghanaian community.
Source: Omanghana
