Double homicide in Brampton ruled as domestic incident: Police
Posted January 20, 2022 5:32 am.
Last Updated January 21, 2022 5:47 pm.
Peel Regional Police have ruled a double-homicide in Brampton as a domestic incident.
Investigators responded to a 9-1-1 call for a wellness check at a residence near Redcastle and Kershaw streets, in the area of Bovaird and Creditview, shortly after 2 a.m. on Thursday.
Officers located a male and a female with gunshot wounds at the home. They were both pronounced dead on scene.
In an update, investigators with Peel Police said both victims were 23 years old and in a relationship. The man died as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Investigators are treating it as an isolated incident and a case of domestic violence. They said they were not looking for any additional suspects.
“Our service offers our sincere condolences to all those affected by this tragedy. It is a heartbreaking demonstration of the realities of gender-based violence,” said Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich.
“It reinforces the need for our community to continue collective efforts towards ending violence against women.”
The investigation is ongoing.
With files from Michael Ranger of CityNews
