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.

Jewish leaders across Canada are urging politicians to stop exploiting antisemitism for political advantage. The call comes after Deborah Lyons, Canada’s outgoing envoy on Holocaust remembrance and antisemitism, criticized parties for using the issue as a “partisan prop.”

Calls for Respect in Commemoration

Lyons’ final report argued that Holocaust Remembrance Day has become politicized. She warned that using antisemitism to score political points dishonours victims and undermines the fight against hate.

Jewish organizations echoed her concerns. Richard Robertson of B’nai Brith said linking Holocaust ceremonies to political agendas feels like “tokenization.”

Divisions Among Political Parties

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) accused the NDP of weakening its stance on antisemitism through calls for Palestinian statehood without stronger safeguards for Canadian Jews. Robertson added that both Liberals and Conservatives have politicized remembrance ceremonies, either by boasting of funding or attacking rivals over hate crimes.

Broader Concerns

Advocates say such rhetoric fuels antisemitism and risks alienating Jewish Canadians at a time when hate crimes are rising. A 2024 Leger poll found nearly 1 in 5 young Canadians believe the Holocaust was exaggerated, underscoring the need for unity and education.

Need for Responsible Leadership

Community leaders stressed that politicians can still express solidarity, but without turning remembrance events into partisan platforms.

“If our rights are being threatened, every Canadian’s rights are being threatened,” said Noah Shack of CIJA.

Advocates urged leaders to stand “shoulder to shoulder” with Jewish Canadians, focusing on combating hate rather than politicizing it.

Police in Ontario continue to raid illegal psilocybin dispensaries, but the shops keep reappearing across the province. Despite being banned under federal law, so-called magic mushroom stores are operating openly in several cities, raising questions about enforcement and the future of drug policy in Canada.

Recent Raids Across Ontario

On Sept. 5, Hamilton police raided a Shroomyz location on Main Street, seizing $12,000 worth of psilocybin products and arresting an employee.
This follows other recent crackdowns:

• Aug. 19: Toronto police raided a Fun Guyz store in Kensington Market.

• Aug. 11 & 21: Vehicles crashed into two separate Shroomyz dispensaries in Toronto, one following a suspected arson.

Despite closures, many stores reopen within days under the same or new names.

Law Enforcement’s Response

Toronto police say enforcement is largely complaint-driven:

“As soon as these shops are closed, they often reopen shortly after under the same or different names.”

This pattern mirrors the pre-legalization cannabis era, when dispensaries were raided but continued operating until federal law changed.

Experts Weigh In

Andrew Hathaway, a University of Guelph professor specializing in Canadian drug policy, says police appear to be taking a “consistent blind eye” approach:

“Perhaps there’s a sense the envelope has been pushed, has become a little too visible, a little too out there.”

He noted that enforcement often comes after local complaints, not as part of a coordinated provincial strategy.

The Bigger Picture

Psilocybin mushrooms remain illegal under Canada’s Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, though limited medical exemptions exist. As debate over drug decriminalization grows, mushroom shops could follow the same trajectory as cannabis dispensaries — illegal until public and political pressure force regulatory change.

Carlo de Lorenzi, a Toronto runner diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, has achieved his remarkable goal of running every street in the city. Over three years, he covered more than 5,600 kilometres while raising over $20,000 for the Community Music Schools of Toronto.

Running Against the Odds

De Lorenzi began his journey in 2022, initially aiming to raise one dollar for every street he ran. In May, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain tumour. With his doctors’ approval, he kept running, determined to finish.

“One of the first things after I received the diagnosis that I was thinking about was I have to finish this and I have to get back on the road,” he said.

Fundraising for Music Education

His “Takin’ it to the Streets” challenge, named after the Doobie Brothers song, nearly doubled its fundraising goal. Donations will help provide free music lessons to more than 800 children annually.

Allison Bone of the Community Music Schools said de Lorenzi’s perseverance was inspiring:

“There’s so much else kids learn beyond music — teamwork, creativity, following passion. Carlo embodied all of that.”

Health and Inspiration

Experts say his accomplishment highlights how exercise can offer autonomy and purpose during serious illness. Catherine Sabiston, a professor at the University of Toronto, noted that physical activity provides not just health benefits, but also empowerment and community.

The Finish Line

On September 19, de Lorenzi completed his challenge with a final kilometre run to the Community Music Schools, joined by supporters. To celebrate, instructors played Takin’ it to the Streets with de Lorenzi himself on the keys.

“I wasn’t sure at certain points in the challenge that I would finish it. I’m so glad I managed to do it,” he said.