Indian state was stabbed to death in Canada; Embassy provides support for the relatives of the deceased | India News
An Indian national was stabbed to death in the Rockland area near Ottawa, the Indian embassy in Canada said on Saturday. The incident prompted local authorities to respond quickly.
Confirming the incident, the embassy said the suspect had been detained. The Indian Embassy issued a sad statement about the incident, supporting the victims’ families.
“We are very sad about the tragic death of an Indian national in Rockland near Ottawa due to the stabbing. Police said the suspect has been detained. We have been in close contact through local community associations to provide all possible assistance to bereavement relatives,” the embassy wrote in a post on X.
Due to the stabbing, we feel very sad about the tragic death of Indian nationals in Rockland near Ottawa. Police said a suspect has been detained. We are closely connected through local community associations to provide all possible help for bereaved people… – India in Canada (@HCI_Ottawa) April 5, 2025
Although details of the stabbing remain unclear, local media reports indicate that the incident occurred early in the morning in the Clarence Rockland area. Authorities have not confirmed whether this is the same as the case mentioned by the Indian Embassy. According to CBC News, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has increased its presence in the area as part of an ongoing investigation into the killings.
Police also issued warnings to Rockland residents that they expect increased law enforcement activities while authorities continue to investigate the situation around the crime.
The Canadian embassy assured the public that it is providing all necessary assistance to the victim’s family during this difficult time. The motivation behind the stabbing is not clear and an investigation is underway. The Embassy has committed to continuing communication with local authorities to ensure families receive the support they need and promote further action related to the case.
