Police arrest suspect in fatal Brampton stabbing

The culprit has been identified as 49-year-old Andrew Galea, who has no fixed address. He is wanted for Second Degree Murder.

Posted May 2, 2024 7:58 pm.

Last Updated May 4, 2024 12:34 pm.

Peel Regional Police have arrested a man in a fatal Brampton stabbing.

Investigators say they were called ti an apartment complex near Bovaird Drive and Creditview Road on Wednesday, May 1 following reports of a confrontation between two men.

During the incident, one of the men was fatally stabbed.

Police say the suspect and victim knew each other and it was not a random act.

Andrew Galea, 49, of no fixed address was arrested on May 3 and charged with second-degree murder.

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