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Father Sentenced to Life for Murdering Toronto Mom

1/14/2026

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Shamji Sentenced for Murder

Elana Fric disappeared from her Toronto home in 2016.
Investigators later found her body in a suitcase.
Investigators uncovered evidence of domestic abuse and an affair involving her husband, Mohammed Shamji.
Their daughter Yasmin testified that she overheard a violent argument.
Mohammed Shamji pled guilty to second-degree murder and received a life sentence with parole eligibility after 14 years, underscoring the impact on their children.

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Buzzard Charged with Murder

Ashlee Buzzard, charged with first-degree murder of the 9-year-old Melodee, appeared in court on January 7 as prosecutors seek a life sentence without parole for premeditation.
Melodee's body was found in Utah with gunshot wounds after being reported missing in October.
In Sudbury, Megan Parent, an assault victim, criticized the Crown's office for inadequate representation during her assailant's court appearance and said the lack of victim impact statements was disappointing.

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Shamji Sentenced for Murder

Elana Fric disappeared from her Toronto home in 2016.
Investigators later found her body in a suitcase.
Investigators uncovered evidence of domestic abuse and an affair involving her husband, Mohammed Shamji.
Their daughter Yasmin testified that she overheard a violent argument.
Mohammed Shamji pled guilty to second-degree murder and received a life sentence with parole eligibility after 14 years, underscoring the impact on their children.

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