Son of woman found dead in garbage bag arrested, charged with second degree murder

A woman found dead inside a garbage bag in Leslieville has been identified as 46-year-old Tien Ly. Police now searching for her son but say he is not a suspect at this time.

By Michelle Morton

Posted April 3, 2022 9:19 am.

Last Updated April 3, 2022 2:44 pm.

Toronto police say the 20-year-old son of Tien Ly, the woman who was found dead last Monday afternoon in a garbage bag in Leslieville, has been arrested and charged in connection to her murder.

Officers found Ly’s dismembered body in a plastic bag on March 28th, in the area of Eastern Avenue and Berkshire Avenue.

In efforts to get help to identify her, police released pictures of Ly’s distinct finger and toe nail designs and her shirt. Officers said numerous people came forward.

RELATED: Police identify woman found dead in garbage bag, searching for her son

Police previously said they believed Ly lived with her son in the Carlaw Avenue and Dundas Street area and had asked for the public’s help in finding Dallas Ly out of concern for his wellbeing.

Police say Dallas Ly of Toronto was arrested on Saturday and has been charged with second degree murder.

He will appear in court on Sunday, April 3.

Anyone who has information is asked to contact police.

Ly’s death is the city’s 17th homicide of the year.

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