Indian-origin businessman killed by stranger in Canada
Chandigarh: A 55-year-old Indian-origin businessman, Arvi Singh Sagoo, died after being assaulted by a stranger in downtown Edmonton, Canada.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the incident occurred on October 19, when Arvi Singh Sagoo confronted a man who was urinating on his car near The Common restaurant on 109 Street.
According to the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), Sagoo and his girlfriend were returning to their vehicle after dinner when they saw the man.
When Sagoo questioned him, the suspect struck him in the head, causing him to fall and lose consciousness.
Sagoo was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries and was placed on life support. He succumbed to his injuries on October 24.
Police have arrested 40-year-old Kyle Papin, who was initially charged with aggravated assault.
Investigators say that Sagoo and Papin did not know each other.
The EPS Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation, and police say additional charges are expected. Papin is scheduled to appear in court on November 4.
