Tragic Fire: Tragedy struck a Brampton community as an Indian-origin family met a devastating end in a suspicious house fire on March 7. Peel Police revealed that 51-year-old Rajiv Warikoo, his wife 47-year-old Shilpa Kotha, and their 16-year-old daughter, Mahek Warikoo, lost their lives in the blaze.
Constable Taryn Young, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident, stated that the fire’s classification as non-accidental by the Ontario Fire Marshal prompts a homicide investigation.
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The tight-knit neighbourhood, including neighbour Kenneth Yousaf, expressed shock and disbelief. Yousaf, who had known the family for 15 years, attested to their peaceful presence, making the tragedy even more incomprehensible.
The suddenness of the inferno left witnesses like Yousaf stunned, unable to salvage anything from the engulfed property.
Peel Police implored the public to come forward with any information or footage that could aid in unravelling the mystery surrounding the fatal fire.
With the circumstances still shrouded in uncertainty, authorities remain dedicated to uncovering the truth behind the tragedy. The loss of the Warikoo-Kotha family has not only left a void in their community but also raised urgent questions that demand answers.
As investigators continue to piece together the events leading up to the fire, the community mourns the untimely demise of three cherished members, their lives cut short in a harrowing blaze that has left a lasting impact on all who knew them.
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