Fatal Shooting and Abduction in Brampton In the early afternoon of Tuesday, October 21, 2025, investigators from the Peel Regional Police responded to reports of a shooting in the plaza parking lot near the intersection of Airport Road and Queen Street East in Brampton. According to the official media release, at approximately 1:54 p.m., officers located a female victim who had sustained apparent gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspect in the shooting has been identified as 38-year-old Anthony Deschepper, who is now considered armed and dangerous.
Abduction & Amber Alert
Later in the afternoon, the case escalated dramatically when an Amber Alert was issued for a one-year-old girl, identified as Skyla‑Rose Deschepper, who was believed to have been taken by the suspect. The child was originally in the back seat of a black 2024 Nissan Kicks bearing Quebec licence plate FRV 4520 — the vehicle believed to be used by Mr. Deschepper.
By the evening, police confirmed that Skyla-Rose had been found safe and sound, however the suspect, Anthony Deschepper, remained at large.
Profile of the Suspect & Warnings to Public
Police describe Anthony Deschepper as a white male, approximately 5’9″ tall (175 cm), weighing around 175–181 lbs (79–82 kg), with brown hair and a clean-shaven appearance. At the time of the alert, he was last seen wearing a dark hoodie, blue jeans and carrying a black cross-body bag.
Given the nature of the crime — a fatal shooting followed by the abduction of a young child — he is considered armed and dangerous, and the public has been urged not to approach him but to immediately call 911 if they see him or the vehicle.
Community Impact & Broader Implications
The events have reverberated through the Brampton and southern Ontario communities:
- A serene afternoon turned horrific in an instant, leaving a woman dead, a child briefly abducted, and a regional manhunt underway.
- The incident is believed to involve intimate partner violence, though details remain limited and police are continuing their investigation.
- The use of the Amber Alert system and the cross-regional cooperation by law-enforcement agencies underscore how quickly local incidents can have wider-region implications.
- For residents, the warning serves as a sad reminder of the vulnerabilities that exist even in everyday spaces — parking lots, plazas, and neighbourhoods that many consider safe.
What We Know So Far – Key Facts
- Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
- Location: Plaza parking lot near Airport Road & Queen Street East, Brampton, ON.
- Victim: A woman who was shot and killed at the scene.
- Suspect: Anthony Deschepper, 38 years old, at large, considered armed and dangerous.
- Vehicle of interest: Black 2024 Nissan Kicks, Quebec plate FRV 4520.
- Child involved: One-year-old Skyla-Rose Deschepper, initially abducted but later found safe.
- Investigative status: Homicide bureau is seeking public assistance for any dash-cam or surveillance footage and information about the suspect’s whereabouts.
What To Do If You Have Information
Authorities are appealing to anyone who:
- Was in the area of Airport Rd & Queen St E in Brampton around early afternoon Tuesday and has dash-cam or surveillance footage,
- Saw a black Nissan Kicks with Quebec plate FRV 4520, or
- Has any information about the whereabouts of Anthony Deschepper.
Contact the Peel Regional Police Homicide & Missing Persons Bureau at 905-453-2121 ext. 3205. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit peelcrimestoppers.ca.
A Moment of Reflection
For the victim who lost her life, for the child who was taken, and for the suspect still free — this incident lays bare both the fragility of safety and the urgent need for vigilant communities. As investigations continue, the thoughts of many are with the victim’s friends and family, the child who has been through an unimaginable moment, and all those affected by this trauma.
Times like these test our collective sense of security and remind us of the importance of watching out for one another. If you live in the region, be alert, stay informed, and please, if you see anything out of the ordinary that fits the description of this case, act immediately.
