Saturday, March 29, 2025
Himanshi Murder: Indian-Origin Woman Brutally Killed in Canada, Body Found Inside Home; Police Hunt Suspect
A horrific murder in Toronto has shocked the entire immigrant community, where a young Indian woman was brutally killed. Canadian police have launched a nationwide investigation against a suspect, classifying the case as intimate partner violence.
National Desk: Shocking news from Toronto, where the brutal murder of a young Indian woman has stunned the immigrant community. Canadian police have issued a nationwide warrant for a suspect, linking the case to intimate partner violence.
Here are the full details of this tragic incident and the current situation:
Toronto Police have identified the victim as 30-year-old Himanshi Khurana. The main suspect in this gruesome murder is Abdul Gafuri (32), who remains at large. Police believe the accused and victim knew each other.
From Missing Report to Murder Revelation:
The incident began on Friday night when police received information about Himanshi’s disappearance.
December 19 (10:41 PM): Police received a call about a missing person in the Strachan Avenue and Wellington Street West area.
Overnight Search: Toronto Police conducted searches throughout the night.
December 20 (6:30 AM): Police discovered Himanshi’s body inside a house. Based on the crime scene conditions, it was immediately declared a murder.
Police have issued a nationwide warrant and first-degree murder charges against Abdul Gafuri. Under Canadian law, if a court determines the murder was premeditated, the convict could face life imprisonment without parole.
India’s Consul General in Toronto is closely monitoring the case. The Consulate expressed condolences on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “We are deeply saddened by the murder of Indian citizen Himanshi Khurana. Our thoughts are with her family during this hour of grief.” The Consulate clarified they are in constant contact with local Canadian authorities and providing all possible legal and diplomatic assistance to the victim’s family.
Canadian police have appealed to the public to report any information about suspect Abdul Gafuri immediately. This incident has sparked discussions among Indian professionals abroad about safety and serious issues like domestic violence.
