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Toronto Teen Charged With First-Degree Murder in East-End Stabbing

Police are appealing for public tips after the teenager surrendered to face charges in Toronto’s 19th homicide of the year.

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Toronto Police forensics officers investigate and dust for fingerprints as they probe the stabbing death of a male teen who was found at a McDonald's restaurant at Eastern Ave., just west of Coxwell Ave., in Toronto on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Overview

  • Abdoul Aziz Sarr, 14, was stabbed near a fast-food restaurant at Eastern and Woodward avenues around 10:10 p.m. on Saturday and later died at hospital.
  • A 16-year-old suspect turned himself in on Monday and has been formally charged with first-degree murder.
  • The suspect’s identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, which also governs his court proceedings.
  • This case represents Toronto’s 19th homicide of 2025.
  • Investigators are urging anyone with information to call Toronto Police at 416-808-7400 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS.