Arrest Made in a Stabbing Investigation

Posted On Tuesday May 13, 2025

Region of Peel – Investigators from the 12 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau have arrested an individual in relation to a stabbing investigation in Mississauga.

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at about 6:20 p.m., the victim exited a transit bus near Eglinton Avenue and Hurontario Street where she was followed and stabbed by the accused in an unprovoked and random attack. The victim suffered near fatal injuries but is now stable and recovering in hospital.

On Monday, May 12, John Ralph Nuthalapati, a 30-year-old man from Brampton was arrested and charged with Attempt Murder. Nuthalapati was held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.

Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators at 12 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121, extension 1233.

Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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“Senseless acts of violence have a profound impact on victims and their families, and they erode the community’s sense of safety and trust. I commend 12 Division for their focused and effective work on this investigation in Mississauga, which led to bringing this individual into custody. We remain committed to ensuring those who commit violent crimes are held accountable and to upholding the safety of our communities.”

-          Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police

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