Toronto police have named two suspects wanted for first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of eight-year-old JahVai Roy, following the expiry of an earlier judicial authorization.

Suspects Identified

The suspects are 17-year-old Ibrahim Ibrahim and 18-year-old Amarii Lindner, who was 17 at the time of the shooting on Aug. 16. Both remain at large and are believed to be in the Toronto area.

Police said they obtained a new judicial authorization to release their names and images. “The world is now looking for you. It is time to turn yourself in,” said Det.-Sgt. Jason Davis.

The Shooting

Roy was struck by a stray bullet while lying in bed with his mother at their Martha Eaton Way apartment. He was rushed to hospital but died shortly after.

Investigators say the shooting was a planned and premeditated act, though the child may not have been the intended target.

Other Arrests

Police already have one suspect in custody — a 16-year-old boy facing six charges, including first-degree murder. The charges have not yet been proven in court.

Police Statement

“What happened on Aug. 16 was a senseless, cowardly act that extinguished the life of a little boy,” Davis said. “Those responsible will be held accountable.”

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say they have identified the person behind a series of swatting calls in Haldimand County earlier this month, linking the incidents to a dangerous online group known as “The Com” or “764.”

The Swatting Incidents

Police said multiple false threats were made over two days.

• On Sept. 2, a bomb threat was called in to a home near Jarvis.

• On Sept. 3, another threat targeted a school, forcing a lockdown.

Both threats were later found to be unfounded.

On Sept. 19, investigators confirmed the caller was under 18. They determined the individual was coerced into making the calls and will not face charges.

Connection to “The Com”

The OPP said the swatting calls were linked to “The Com,” a group that exploits youth online. Unlike traditional cybercrime, its members are motivated by peer recognition rather than money.

Tactics include:

• Swatting and doxing (sharing personal data)

• Threats and intimidation

• Coercing victims into harmful or illegal acts

Police warned these actions can escalate quickly, causing severe emotional, physical, and psychological harm.

Police Warnings

“Swatting is not a prank – it’s a crime that puts lives at risk,” said Insp. Andrew Fox of Haldimand OPP. He urged parents to talk with their children and recognize the risks.

The RCMP describes “The Com” as violent, manipulating victims through platforms such as Discord, Telegram, Roblox, Minecraft, Twitch, and Steam. The group pressures youth into acts ranging from self-harm to creating exploitation material.

Resources

Police encourage families to review the RCMP’s online safety resources to learn warning signs and help protect children from coercive online groups.

One of British Columbia’s top RCMP officers has been charged with multiple counts of assault following an incident in Abbotsford on July 2. Assistant Commissioner David Teboul, who oversees RCMP federal policing in the Pacific Region, now faces court proceedings.

Charges and Court Details

According to the BC Prosecution Service, Teboul has been charged with assault, assault by choking against one person, and a separate count of assault against another. His first appearance is scheduled for October 9 in Abbotsford Provincial Court.

A special prosecutor, Vancouver lawyer Andi MacKay, was appointed on August 20 to ensure there is no perception of improper influence.

Incident and Police Response

The Abbotsford Police Department confirmed the charges relate to an incident at a public facility on McMillan Road. The court has ordered a publication ban on the victims’ identities, and no additional information will be released as the matter is before the courts.

Career Background

Teboul has been with the RCMP since 1997, serving in homicide investigations, the Anti-Corruption Unit, and the National Security Counter-Terrorism Program. In March 2024, he was appointed Assistant Commissioner and federal policing regional commander for B.C. and Yukon.

He has received several RCMP awards, including the King Charles III Coronation Medal in June 2024, just weeks before the alleged offences.

Broader Context

As regional commander, Teboul leads RCMP programs in national security, organized crime, border integrity, financial crime, and protective services. His charges raise significant concerns given his leadership role in sensitive policing areas.