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Edmonton Man Dies After Assault Over Car Confrontation; Suspect Charged as Homicide Unit Reviews Case

Police say the attack was unprovoked and that charges could be upgraded following the victim’s death.

Overview

  • Arvi Singh Sagoo, 55, died on October 24, five days after he was found unconscious following an October 19 assault near 109 Street and 100 Avenue in central Edmonton.
  • Sagoo collapsed after confronting a man urinating on his car; the assailant allegedly replied, “Whatever I want,” and punched him in the head as his girlfriend called 911.
  • Edmonton Police arrested 40-year-old Kyle Papin and charged him with aggravated assault, stating there was no prior connection between the two men.
  • The EPS Homicide Unit is investigating and officials have indicated the current charge may be upgraded; Papin’s next court appearance is set for November 4.
  • Friends launched a fundraiser led by Vincent Ram to support Sagoo’s two children, as the case has stirred concern within Edmonton’s Indian community.