By Ishmeal 
An 18-year-old Ghanaian, identified by his family as Prince Abdul Malik, has been shot dead in Toronto, Canada, prompting a homicide investigation by local police.
The fatal shooting occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the Rathburn Road and The East Mall area of Etobicoke, west of Toronto.
According to the Toronto Police Service, officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 4:27 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, they found the teenager suffering from gunshot wounds.
Officers and emergency responders made efforts to save his life before paramedics transported him to hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Police identified the deceased as Malik Abass, an 18-year-old resident of Mississauga in the Greater Toronto Area. His family has identified him as Prince Abdul Malik and confirmed his Ghanaian background.
Police Search for Suspects
The Toronto Police Service said the suspect or suspects had fled the scene before officers arrived.
Investigators have not yet established the motive for the shooting or announced any arrests. The case has been taken over by the Homicide and Missing Persons Unit as investigations continue.
Police are appealing to members of the public who may have witnessed the incident or have relevant security camera or dashcam footage to assist with the investigation.
Toronto Records 33rd Homicide in 2026
The killing has been recorded as Toronto’s 33rd homicide of 2026, according to police.
Malik’s death comes amid concerns following other recent cases involving young Ghanaians killed in North America, including the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Ghanaian Javits Badu Nkansah Frimpong in the Bronx, New York.
The circumstances surrounding Prince Abdul Malik’s death remain under investigation.
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