Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a quiet neighbourhood in Ottawa, a horrific tragedy struck that left the community reeling in shock. A 19-year-old student from Sri Lanka, identified as Febrio De-Zoysa, stands accused of stabbing and killing six people he lived with, including four children from a Sri Lankan family. The incident took place in the Barrhaven area, just before 11 p.m. on a fateful Wednesday night.
Suspect and Charges
Ottawa police chief Eric Stubbs revealed that the suspect used an “edged weapon” or “knife-like object” in the heinous crime. De-Zoysa has been charged with six counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder. The victims, all Sri Lankan nationals who recently came to Canada, include a 35-year-old mother, a 7-year-old son, a 4-year-old daughter, a 2-year-old daughter, a 2 1/2-month-old baby girl, and a 40-year-old acquaintance of the family.
Initial Response and Investigation
Upon receiving two emergency calls at 10:52 p.m., the police swiftly responded to the scene. The family’s father, who was outside the home and seeking help, was taken to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect was arrested promptly, and authorities assured the public that there was no ongoing threat to safety in the area.
Community Shock and Mourning
The news of the tragic incident spread quickly through the neighbourhood, leaving residents in disbelief and mourning. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed shock and horror at the violence, while Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe described the news as devastating and heartbreaking for all city residents. The victims, identified as Darshani Banbaranayake Gama Walwwe Darshani Dilanthika Ekanyake, Inuka Wickramasinghe, Ashwini Wickramasinghe, Rinyana Wickramasinghe, Kelly Wickramasinghe, and Amarakoonmubiayansela Ge Gamini Amarakoon, were remembered for their lives cut short in such a senseless act.
Investigation Continues
As the investigation into the tragedy unfolds, authorities work diligently to piece together the events leading up to the horrific incident. The high commission of Sri Lanka in Ottawa has been in contact with relatives in Colombo to provide support and gather more information about the victims. The accused, Febrio De-Zoysa, is expected to make a court appearance as the legal process moves forward.
While the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragedy, the memory of the lives lost will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew them. As details emerge and the investigation progresses, the hope for justice and closure remains paramount in the minds of all affected by this heartbreaking event.
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