February 11, 2026
RED FM News Desk
Toronto police have announced an arrest in connection with a fatal shooting inside a Scarborough Tim Hortons that claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy last week.
Officers were called to the area of Lawrence Avenue East and Bellamy Road North on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at approximately 4:09 p.m., following reports of a shooting. When police arrived at the scene, they found a teenage boy suffering from gunshot wounds.
The victim was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries but later died. Victim has been identified as 16-year-old Kian Sam. The incident marks Toronto’s second homicide of 2026.
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, police arrested a 15-year-old Toronto youth in connection with the case. The accused, whose identity cannot be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with second-degree murder, possession of a firearm without a licence, and possession of a loaded regulated firearm.
The accused was scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, on February 10 at 10 a.m., in room 606.
Investigators continue to seek information from the public. Anyone with details is urged to contact police at 416-808-7400. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.222tips.com.
Under Section 110(1) of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the name of a young person charged under the Act cannot be published.
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