The suspect in a series of shootings that killed a Toronto police officer and an auto shop owner had an extensive criminal record, including ties to a gang at one point.
Parole Board of Canada documents show the man believed to be behind Monday’s shootings in the greater Toronto and Hamilton area had a history of robbery, drug dealing and gun possession, as well as gang ties.
The Special Investigations Unit has not released the suspect’s name because they say his family has not given his consent.
However, sources close to the investigation, who were not authorized to speak publicly, have identified the man as Sean Petrie, 40.
The SIU said four officers shot Petrie, who died after a standoff at a Hamilton cemetery.
Parole Board of Canada documents say Petrie was banned from areas of northwest Toronto after his release in 2010.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published on September 14, 2022.
