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Man allegedly killed by 'swarm' of 8 teen girls in Toronto identified as Ken Lee
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Feb 5, 2023, 5:15:03 AM2/5/23
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Michelle De Pacina
January 11, 2023·3 min read
[Source]
Before you read:
8 teen girls charged with murdering homeless Toronto man who was
protecting Asian woman
The Asian man who was allegedly killed by a “swarm” of teenage girls in
Canada last month has been identified as Ken Lee, a 59-year-old homeless
man.
The deadly attack was reportedly carried out by eight teenagers in the
area of York Street and University Avenue near Toronto’s main train
station at around 12:17 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2022.
Lee was pronounced dead in a hospital after he was allegedly assaulted and
stabbed by the group of girls. According to Toronto police, Lee was trying
to prevent them from stealing a bottle of alcohol from his female friend
when the “swarming” attack occurred.
385
Michelle De Pacina
January 11, 2023·3 min read
[Source]
Before you read:
8 teen girls charged with murdering homeless Toronto man who was
protecting Asian woman
The Asian man who was allegedly killed by a “swarm” of teenage girls in
Canada last month has been identified as Ken Lee, a 59-year-old homeless
man.
The deadly attack was reportedly carried out by eight teenagers in the
area of York Street and University Avenue near Toronto’s main train
station at around 12:17 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2022.
Lee was pronounced dead in a hospital after he was allegedly assaulted and
stabbed by the group of girls. According to Toronto police, Lee was trying
to prevent them from stealing a bottle of alcohol from his female friend
when the “swarming” attack occurred.
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“He protected me,” the woman told CBC. “I didn't know if they had a knife
or what. I was just scared. I think they stabbed his belly.”
The suspects, who include two 16-year-olds, three 14-year-olds and three
13-year-olds, were all previously charged with second-degree murder. Their
identities are protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
One of the teenagers was granted bail in late December last year, while
the rest await bail hearings that are scheduled for later this month.
On Tuesday, a ceremony was held at Toronto Homeless Memorial to denounce
violence against unhoused people, as well as Lee’s murder.
According to police, Lee was an immigrant from Hong Kong who entered
Toronto’s homeless shelter system in recent months and had a supportive
family. His death marked Toronto’s 68th homicide in 2022.
“Hearing something like that and the people who were involved, it’s just
something that's completely beyond my understanding,” said Diana Chan
McNally, a harm reduction case manager at All Saints Toronto, according to
CBC.
“I get people coming in with all kinds of injuries from being beat up by
complete strangers. This isn't something that's new, it's ongoing, but I
see it more and more. I think there's just so much hatred and
dehumanization of people who are unhoused," she added."
Gru, a Toronto advocate for the unhoused who also used to be unhoused,
organized the memorial.
“That could be me,” Gru said. “Most unhoused people will tell you personal
stories of being chased by people who are looking to beat them up. ... We
all know someone who died, we all know someone who was attacked.”
Helen Shum, a relative of the victim, launched a fundraising campaign on
GoFundMe on behalf of Lee’s family to help raise funds for his funeral and
potential legal fees.
“Ken was a kind soul,” Shum wrote. “He would help anyone in need, whether
a close friend or just an acquaintance. Last fall, he was experiencing
some bad luck and he left home determined to get his life back on track.
We ensured that he knew we were always here for him and were waiting for
him to return home. He wanted to resolve his issues independently, and we
understood and respected his wishes.”
“Ken died a hero,” she added. “Our family is currently in the process of
planning funeral arrangements and will provide more information once the
details have been confirmed.”
https://news.yahoo.com/man-allegedly-killed-swarm-8-185226229.html
Michelle De Pacina
January 11, 2023·3 min read
[Source]
Before you read:
8 teen girls charged with murdering homeless Toronto man who was
protecting Asian woman
The Asian man who was allegedly killed by a “swarm” of teenage girls in
Canada last month has been identified as Ken Lee, a 59-year-old homeless
man.
The deadly attack was reportedly carried out by eight teenagers in the
area of York Street and University Avenue near Toronto’s main train
station at around 12:17 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2022.
Lee was pronounced dead in a hospital after he was allegedly assaulted and
stabbed by the group of girls. According to Toronto police, Lee was trying
to prevent them from stealing a bottle of alcohol from his female friend
when the “swarming” attack occurred.
385
Michelle De Pacina
January 11, 2023·3 min read
[Source]
Before you read:
8 teen girls charged with murdering homeless Toronto man who was
protecting Asian woman
The Asian man who was allegedly killed by a “swarm” of teenage girls in
Canada last month has been identified as Ken Lee, a 59-year-old homeless
man.
The deadly attack was reportedly carried out by eight teenagers in the
area of York Street and University Avenue near Toronto’s main train
station at around 12:17 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2022.
Lee was pronounced dead in a hospital after he was allegedly assaulted and
stabbed by the group of girls. According to Toronto police, Lee was trying
to prevent them from stealing a bottle of alcohol from his female friend
when the “swarming” attack occurred.
More from NextShark: Portland Man Charged With Hate Crimes, Robbery After
Attacking Afghan Store Owner
“He protected me,” the woman told CBC. “I didn't know if they had a knife
or what. I was just scared. I think they stabbed his belly.”
The suspects, who include two 16-year-olds, three 14-year-olds and three
13-year-olds, were all previously charged with second-degree murder. Their
identities are protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
One of the teenagers was granted bail in late December last year, while
the rest await bail hearings that are scheduled for later this month.
On Tuesday, a ceremony was held at Toronto Homeless Memorial to denounce
violence against unhoused people, as well as Lee’s murder.
According to police, Lee was an immigrant from Hong Kong who entered
Toronto’s homeless shelter system in recent months and had a supportive
family. His death marked Toronto’s 68th homicide in 2022.
“Hearing something like that and the people who were involved, it’s just
something that's completely beyond my understanding,” said Diana Chan
McNally, a harm reduction case manager at All Saints Toronto, according to
CBC.
“I get people coming in with all kinds of injuries from being beat up by
complete strangers. This isn't something that's new, it's ongoing, but I
see it more and more. I think there's just so much hatred and
dehumanization of people who are unhoused," she added."
Gru, a Toronto advocate for the unhoused who also used to be unhoused,
organized the memorial.
“That could be me,” Gru said. “Most unhoused people will tell you personal
stories of being chased by people who are looking to beat them up. ... We
all know someone who died, we all know someone who was attacked.”
Helen Shum, a relative of the victim, launched a fundraising campaign on
GoFundMe on behalf of Lee’s family to help raise funds for his funeral and
potential legal fees.
“Ken was a kind soul,” Shum wrote. “He would help anyone in need, whether
a close friend or just an acquaintance. Last fall, he was experiencing
some bad luck and he left home determined to get his life back on track.
We ensured that he knew we were always here for him and were waiting for
him to return home. He wanted to resolve his issues independently, and we
understood and respected his wishes.”
“Ken died a hero,” she added. “Our family is currently in the process of
planning funeral arrangements and will provide more information once the
details have been confirmed.”
https://news.yahoo.com/man-allegedly-killed-swarm-8-185226229.html
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