Ottawa — An Indian national was fatally stabbed on Saturday morning in Rockland, a suburb located east of Ottawa, according to a statement issued by the Indian Embassy in Canada.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Embassy expressed deep sorrow over the incident, confirming that a suspect has been taken into custody. “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of an Indian national in Rockland near Ottawa, due to stabbing. Police has stated a suspect has been taken into custody. We are in close contact through a local community association to provide all possible assistance to the bereaved kin," the Embassy stated.
We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of an Indian national in Rockland near Ottawa, due to stabbing. Police has stated a suspect has been taken into custody. We are in close contact through a local community association to provide all possible assistance to the bereaved…
— India in Canada (@HCI_Ottawa) April 5, 2025
Canadian broadcaster CBC News also reported a fatal incident in Clarence-Rockland, noting that one individual had died and another was arrested. However, it remains unconfirmed whether this is the same case referenced by the Indian Embassy.
According to a report by Radio-Canada citing the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the stabbing occurred near Lalonde Street just before 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Authorities have not yet disclosed the exact cause of death or whether charges will be filed against the suspect.
The OPP has also alerted local residents in Rockland to expect an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues.
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