TORONTO, ON — Toronto police have identified Alisha Brooks, 34, as the victim of a fatal shooting on Sunday evening near Danforth and Jones avenues. Brooks, a Toronto resident, was found with gunshot wounds after officers responded to reports of a shooting around 6:56 p.m. on December 8 in the area of Jones Avenue and Hunter Street, south of Danforth.
Emergency responders transported Brooks to the hospital, but she succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. A man was taken into custody at the scene, and police recovered a firearm believed to be connected to the incident.
In a press release issued Monday afternoon, authorities announced that Aaron Shea, 33, also from Toronto, has been charged with first-degree murder in relation to the shooting. Police confirmed that Brooks and Shea were known to each other, though they have not disclosed the specifics of their relationship or a potential motive.
The homicide has left the community shaken, as it occurred in a typically quiet residential area. Neighbors have expressed their shock at the incident, describing the scene as unsettling and uncharacteristic of their neighborhood.
Police are urging anyone with additional information about the case to come forward. Tips can be directed to the Homicide Squad at 416-808-7400, or submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477). Investigators are continuing to piece together the circumstances surrounding Brooks’ death.
This tragic event marks yet another instance of gun violence in Toronto, renewing calls for preventative measures and stricter gun control policies. As the investigation continues, Brooks’ family and friends are left to mourn her untimely loss while the community seeks answers and justice.