“Toronto Police Upgrade Missing Man Case to Homicide”

Toronto police are now treating the disappearance of Taron Stepanyan, who went missing over two years ago in Scarborough, as a potential homicide case. Detective Sergeant Phillip Campbell expressed concern that foul play may have been involved in Stepanyan’s vanishing. Emphasizing the family’s distress, Campbell stated that the primary focus remains on locating Stepanyan and uncovering the truth surrounding his disappearance. Stepanyan, then 40 years old, was last spotted leaving his residence in the vicinity of Victoria Park Avenue and Sheppard Avenue E. on December 23, 2023. Recent developments have prompted authorities to initiate a homicide investigation, with officers planning to engage with local residents for information. At present, there are no identified suspects, and the investigation is ongoing, as confirmed by Campbell. Described as 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 229 pounds, with short brown hair, a brown-and-grey beard, and brown eyes, Stepanyan’s physical characteristics have been detailed by Toronto police. Individuals with any relevant information are urged to reach out to the police.