Police have named an 18-year-old man who was stabbed to death in Toronto early Friday.
In a press release, Toronto Police He said he was called to the area of Dufferin Street and Finch Avenue West early Friday to report a stabbing.
Police said they arrived at the scene behind a commercial plaza to find a victim, who appeared to be suffering from a knife wound. Police said first responders attempted to save lives without success.
According to officials, a large group of people were present at the party held in a nearby lounge. Police said that at around 12:28 am, there was a dispute over some issue, which later turned into a physical altercation.
Toronto police say the victim was stabbed during the brawl.
The victim has been identified as Optin Abedini-Senoubari of Richmond Hill.
Police said they think “several patrons of the lounge” may have witnessed the incident and recorded cellphone footage. They are asking anyone with a video or photo to come to Toronto police or give an anonymous tip.
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