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Man killed during ‘unprovoked attack’ in Richmond Hill, Ont, neighbourhood

York Regional Police investigate a homicide near Lorraine Street and Bernard Avenue in Richmond Hill, Ont., on Oct. 8, 2025. Ryan Belgrave/Global News

A man was killed Wednesday afternoon in Richmond Hill, Ont., during an “unprovoked attack,” York Regional Police say.

At 4:53 p.m. Oct. 8, York Regional Police said its officers responded to reports of an assault around Lorraine Street and Bernard Avenue, near Elgin Mills Road and Yonge Street.

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When police arrived, they found a man with serious injuries “as a result of an unprovoked attack.” He was taken to hospital where he later died.

A suspect was arrested at the scene.

An investigation is underway.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

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