A fundraiser for a 14-year-old teenager who was stabbed to death in Toronto’s east end has surpassed its goal as police continue to search for suspects.
According to Toronto police, Abdoul Aziz Sarr was the victim of a fatal stabbing near a fast food restaurant in the city’s Eastern Avenue and Woodward Avenue area, located not too far from Woodbine Beach Park on July 5.
Paramedics transported Sarr to hospital where he later died.
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A GoFundMe page has since been set up in partnership with the Mecca Islamic Centre for Sarr’s family to cover burial costs and support.
The fundraiser has raised nearly $25,000 as of publication, surpassing its goal of $20,000.
The fundraiser described Sarr as a bright, young, muslim teenager who was loved by his Masjid community.
“He was a regular face during Friday prayers, programs and Ramadan nights. His quiet dedication and willingness to help set a beautiful example for others. He had his whole life ahead of him, a future filled with hope, potential, and purpose,” reads the GoFundMe.
According to the Mecca Islamic Centre, Sarr’s funeral was held on Wednesday, and all members of the public were invited to attend.
“His character reflected humility, sincerity, and a strong sense of service to his faith and community,” the fundraiser said.
Sarr’s murder is the city’s 19th homicide this year; the investigation remains ongoing, according to a statement by police on Monday.
POLICE APPEAL FOR SUSPECTS IN SEPARATE KILLING OF TEEN BOY LAST MONTH
Sarr’s funeral comes the same day as Toronto Police urge a suspect in the fatal and unprovoked shooting of 15-year-old Jahkai Jack to come forward.
Jack was shot in the Mount Dennis area on June 7, according to police.
“He had his whole life ahead of him, he was not involved in any gangs or any kind of criminality, this was a completely unproved act of violence against a 15-year-old boy,” Detective Sergeant Phil Campbell said at a news conference on Wednesday, which was held near the scene of the shooting.
Campbell says he is asking the person responsible to do the right thing and turn themselves into the police, Campbell is also urging witnesses to come forward.
He adds that the suspect is a male who was wearing dark clothing but did not release further details on suspect information.
Police say they are working alongside investigators and the homicide unit to find the suspect.
