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May 18, 2026
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33-year-old man identified in fatal Etobicoke stabbing - Toronto Star
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A 33-year-old man has been identified as the victim in a fatal stabbing that occurred in Etobicoke on Monday evening.
According to reports, the incident took place around 5:40 p.m. at 1585 Dundas Street West. The deceased is named as Ali Mohammad Asgari, who was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Emergency services were called to the location after witnesses reported a disturbance and multiple people involved in a fight. Upon arrival, police found Asgari with stab wounds and he was taken to Toronto Western Hospital, but unfortunately, his condition could not be stabilized.
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