Homicide at Scarborough Town Centre: Arrests in the Death of 19-Year-Old Daniel Amalathas
Incident Overview
On Thursday, August 21, 2025, at approximately 1:51 p.m., Toronto Police responded to a distress call at the Scarborough Town Centre regarding a shooting inside the mall. Upon arrival, officers found a 19-year-old man, later identified as Daniel Amalathas of Toronto, in one of the washrooms with gunshot injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident was quickly ruled a homicide. The Toronto Police Service dispatched the Homicide and Missing Persons Unit to lead the investigation.]
An image of the victim had been released to the public shortly afterward as part of the effort to collect tips or video footage from anyone present in the area at the time. This announcement marked Toronto’s 27th homicide of 2025.
Arrests Made
A week later, on Thursday, August 28, 2025, Toronto Police confirmed that two male youths, both aged 17, had been arrested in connection with the homicide. Each has been charged with second-degree murder.
According to the official media release:
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Both youth were arrested and charged identically.
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They are scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, 10 Armoury Street, Toronto, on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 10 a.m., in room 606.
In keeping with the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), none of their identifying details have been made public.
Community Impact & Family Statement
Local media coverage reflects the grief and shock felt by Daniel’s family. In interviews:
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His sister, Jessica Amalathas, described Daniel as “a loving, caring and selfless person,” noting he juggled full-time university studies in automotive mechanical engineering while working full-time hours.
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His mother, Judy Basil, shared her disbelief and heartbreak: “I was so shocked. I can’t believe it… You know he’s very kind. He’s loving. He’s a church-going boy.”
These sentiments underscore the profound personal loss and raise pressing concerns about public safety in a high-traffic community space like Scarborough Town Centre.
Key Takeaways
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Incident date & location: August 21, 2025, around 1:51 p.m., Scarborough Town Centre washroom, Toronto.
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Victim: Daniel Amalathas, 19, of Toronto.
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Investigation: Homicide ruled; image released; community asked for tips.
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Arrests: Two 17-year-old male youths charged with second-degree murder on August 28, 2025.
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Court appearance: Scheduled for August 29, 2025, at 10 a.m., Ontario Court of Justice (10 Armoury Street), room 606.
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Legal protections: Youths’ identities withheld under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
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Community response: Family and public deeply affected; raises safety concerns at Scarborough Town Centre.