In 2020, Doncaster's family posted pictures on social media saying how proud they were that he had joined the Canadian Armed Forces. Details on suspect emergeĬBC Toronto has spoken with Amber Henry, a friend of Christopher Doncaster, who said she hasn't been able to reach him since last night. "I am, therefore, very limited in what information we can share," said Van Dyke. The service requested that York Regional Police conduct an investigation, adding that Ontario's Special Investigations Unit has invoked its mandate. A community vigil is being held Wednesday evening at Innisfil Community Church to honour Russell and Northrup. The service's immediate focus is to support its members and grieving families, said Van Dyke. "This is a heartbreaking time for our police service." "I went to police college with Morgan 33 years ago," the acting chief said, his voice faltering. Van Dyke said Russell's death was "personal" for him.
He is survived by his wife and two adult children. Russell, 54, was a 33-year veteran of the service and a trained crisis negotiator assigned to uniform patrol. He is survived by his partner, parents and close friends in the service, said Van Dyke. Northrup, 33, was a six-year member of the service assigned to the community mobilization and engagement unit. He also served as a member of the mental health crisis outreach team and the emergency response unit. Police said Northrup died at a local hospital while Russell died after being airlifted to a Toronto trauma centre in critical condition. 23, was living with his grandparents, Donna Rose Doncaster, 76, and Glen Doncaster, 83, who are the owners of the home where the shooting took place. However, the Toronto Star and The Canadian Press are reporting a "source close to the investigation" has identified the suspect as Christopher Doncaster, although CBC News has not independently confirmed that information.ĬBC Toronto has learned that Christopher Joseph Doncaster, whose 23rd birthday falls on Oct. The province's police watchdog, the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), said it will not be releasing the suspect's identity at this time without permission from his family. Police originally listed the man's age as 23, but then corrected Thursday to say he was 22. A 22-year-old suspect was also shot and killed. on Tuesday. Police have not said what the initial call was for.Īccording to police, two officers were shot while inside the home. Van Dyke said officers responded to a call at a home near 25th Sideroad and 9th Line shortly before 8 p.m. "Words cannot describe our grief," said acting chief John Van Dyke.
Devon Northrup as the officers killed in Innisfil, Ont. The South Simcoe Police Service identified Const. A small community north of Toronto is in shock Wednesday after police identified an officer who worked with mental health teams and a veteran constable trained in hostage negotiations as the victims of a fatal Tuesday shooting.
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