Adimabua Chukwuka, a 31-year-old Nigerian man, has been charged with the first-degree murder of Mario Ferreira, a 60-year-old homeless man, in Toronto, Canada.
The incident, described as an unprovoked attack, has drawn significant attention from both local authorities and the public.
Key Details:
- Incident Overview: The attack occurred on March 20, 2025, near 144 College Street, close to the University of Toronto. Security footage reportedly shows Chukwuka arming himself with debris, possibly from a construction site, and violently assaulting Ferreira, who was lying on a bench. Ferreira was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Arrest and Charges: Chukwuka was arrested on March 22 by the Toronto Police Service following a public tip. He has been charged with first-degree murder, which carries a mandatory life sentence under Canadian law.
- Police Statement: Detective Trevor Grieve emphasized the department’s commitment to justice, urging anyone with additional information or security footage to come forward. He described the attack as “unprovoked and violent.”
- Legal Implications: If convicted, Chukwuka faces life imprisonment with no possibility of parole for at least 25 years, as stipulated under Section 235 (1) of the Canadian Criminal Code.
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