Finding Justice for Amir

The mother of 21-year-old Amir Naraine, who was left to die in his own car after being shot, vowed to never give up her quest for justice as a reward was announced to identify those responsible for his death.

“We need answers, we need your help. We won’t stop, we’re not going to stop until there is justice for Amir. We know that his friends know the where, when, who, how, or what took place,” said Adrienne Devika Naraine alongside Amir’s stepfather Terrence. “You boys played a role in our everyday life. You boys promised to have each other’s backs. Well, this is that time for you guys to have Amir’s back… This isn’t about being a rat, this is about putting Amir to rest in peace and finding justice.”

On Saturday, September 28, 2019, Amir was fatally shot after an altercation that occurred earlier that night. It is believed, following the shooting, Amir got into his car with two unidentified males, as well as one of his friends who had also been shot but survived. He was dropped off in the Mount Olive area but never provided a statement to police. One of the unidentified males drove Amir’s car. They were last seen in the Mount Olive Drive area around 12:15 a.m., leaving Amir’s car at a plaza at 2700 Kipling Avenue where he was later found.

Security footage of the two men exiting the vehicle and walking away northbound on Kipling Avenue is available here.

The driver is described as short, wearing a hat, a light-colored shirt, and light-colored runners. The passenger is taller, dressed in dark clothing and also wearing light-colored runners.

“With how he was left to die, so disgusting, so horrible, only you guys know his last words. My boy deserves to rest peacefully. Please help a mother, help his family find closure.”

She said her son was taken from her family much too early.

“We are all here to say. Amir was a remarkable and hard-working young man. He was a great son, brother, cousin, nephew, grandson, and a friend,” said Adrienne.

Detective Sergeant Aaron Akeson, from the Homicide and Missing Persons Unit announced a cash reward of up to $5,000 for any information that can assist investigators to identify and apprehend those responsible for the 2019 homicide.

“Amir’s family has waited over five years for answers,” Detective Sergeant Akeson said. “We believe someone in the community knows what happened that night. We are asking you to come forward and help bring justice for Amir. Even the smallest detail can make a difference.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

“This enhanced cash reward will only be valid until Friday, November 1, 2024,” said Vice Chair Cousins. “So, if you have something to say – say it now, and by doing so you will be making your community a safer place.”