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Vaughan Father Killed in Targeted Home Invasion as Police Hunt at Least Three Suspects

Investigators say the house was selected for robbery with no known link to the family.

Overview

  • York Regional Police identified the victim as Abdul Aleem Farooqi, 46, who was pronounced dead after officers found him with trauma at a home near Andreeta Drive and Barons Street around 1 a.m. Sunday.
  • The homicide unit is leading the investigation and has classified the break-in as a targeted incident.
  • Police are seeking at least three suspects described as wearing dark clothing and face coverings at the time of the intrusion.
  • Residents were asked to avoid the area during the active scene and to share any witness accounts or security video with investigators or Crime Stoppers.
  • Police stated the residence appears to have been targeted for robbery and reported no apparent connection between the intruders and the family, while noting that claims about a gun being pointed at a child remain unconfirmed and under review.