Four Arrested, Firearm Seized in Connection With 2023 Mississauga Homicide
Region of Peel – Investigators with the Homicide and Missing Persons Bureau have arrested and charged four individuals in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Mississauga in 2023.
On Monday, March 20, 2023, at approximately 7:30 p.m., police responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Dream Crest Road and Alicante Street. Upon arrival, officers located a male suffering from gunshot wounds.
Life-saving measures were initiated, however the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. He was later identified as 29-year-old Bryan Lara-Alvarez (pictured) of Mississauga.
A grey, four-door, newer-model SUV was observed fleeing the area following the incident.
Following a complex and extensive investigation, investigators identified several suspects. As a result of executed search and arrest warrants, a firearm was seized, and four individuals were taken into custody.
All remain in custody pending bail hearings and are charged as follows:
Shamba Tull, a 22-year-old man from Toronto, and Shammar Osbourne, a 22-year-old man from Wasaga Beach, are charged with:
- First-Degree Murder
Talena Farquharson-Miller, a 23-year-old woman from Toronto, and Ahmed Hassan, a 23-year-old man from Toronto, are charged with:
- Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Possession of Prohibited Weapon, Device or Ammunition Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 905-453-2121, ext. 3205. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Peel Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.
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“These arrests mark a resolution in a case that deeply impacted our community. We recognize the lasting effects that violence has on families, neighbours, and the broader public. Peel Regional Police remains steadfast in our commitment to public safety, and we will continue working diligently to ensure those responsible for violent acts are brought before the courts.”
— Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police
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