On Thursday, November 12, 2020, at about 6:30 p.m., York Regional Police responded to a shooting on Steeles Avenue West in Vaughan. One victim was identified and transported to hospital for treatment.
On Monday, January 18, 2021, at about 12:30 p.m., officers from the Caledon OPP responded to a shooting on Harvest Moon Drive, in Bolton. It was reported that two individuals entered a residence and shot two occupants inside the home, one of whom was the victim of the November 2020 incident in Vaughan. Officers located the other occupant, 65-year-old Giovanni COSTA of Bolton, deceased at the scene.
On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Christopher BROWN, a 28 year old man from Barrie, was arrested and charged
The accused remains in custody.
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Neheniah TIRFE, a 25 year old man from Toronto, was arrested and charged
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The accused remains in custody.
As part of the ongoing investigation, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, a province-wide warrant was issued for Waheed BARAKZIYE, a 48 year old of London who has been charged
Members of the public are urged not to approach this individual. If seen, please contact police immediately. A photo of the wanted individual can be found on our website orangevilletoday.ca
