Canadian police have arrested a 28-year-old Nigerian man, Babatunde Afuwape, in connection with the killing of a university student in Toronto late last year.
Authorities confirmed that Afuwape, a resident of Toronto, has been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Shivank Avasthi, who was killed on December 23, 2025.
In a statement released on Wednesday via its official X account, the Toronto Police Service said: “Babatunde Afuwape, 28, of Toronto, has been arrested and charged with the murder of university student 20-year-old Shivank Avasthi on December 23, 2025.”
Investigators said they are seeking additional information from members of the public, noting that Afuwape may have had contact with other individuals on the day of the incident. Police believe such interactions could be relevant to the case.
The service urged anyone with information to come forward, stressing that even seemingly minor details could be important. Contact details were provided for both direct reporting and anonymous tips.
Police have not yet disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding Avasthi’s death, as investigations are still ongoing.
