Indian Student Murdered in Canada, Flatmate Arrested

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

Indian student Gurasis Singh was stabbed to death by his flatmate in Canada.
The incident occurred on December 1, 2024, in a shared house on Queen Street, Sarnia.
Police arrested the accused, Crossley Hunter, and charged him with second-degree murder.
Lambton College expressed deep condolences and is assisting the victim’s family.
Police stated that the crime does not appear racially motivated.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Incident Details

On December 1, 2024, Gurasis Singh, a 22-year-old Indian student at Lambton College, was stabbed to death by his flatmate, 36-year-old Crossley Hunter. The incident occurred in the kitchen of a shared house on Queen Street, Sarnia, Canada. Singh was studying International Business and hailed from Punjab, India.

Arrest and Charges

Crossley Hunter was arrested at the scene by police and has been charged with second-degree murder. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 6, 2024, via video conference.

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Police Statement

Sarnia Police Chief Derek Davis mentioned that the investigation is ongoing to uncover the circumstances leading to the murder. “This is a complex investigation, and we are gathering evidence to understand the motive. At this time, we do not believe this was racially motivated,” he stated.

College’s Condolences

Lambton College issued a heartfelt statement expressing grief over the loss of its student. “We extend our deepest condolences to Gurasis’s family and friends. The college is providing support to those affected and assisting the family with funeral arrangements and repatriation,” the statement read.

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Ongoing Investigation

The police confirmed that a physical fight broke out in the kitchen, during which Hunter used a knife to fatally stab Singh. The investigation aims to determine the exact motive and ensure justice for the victim.