The tragic death of 21-year-old Kartik Vasudev has cast a long shadow over the international student community in Toronto. Vasudev, an Indian national studying at Seneca College, was killed by a stray bullet outside the Sherbourne subway station while heading to his part-time job.
Vasudev’s death has prompted widespread discussions about the challenges and dangers that international students face when living abroad. While many come to Canada seeking better educational and career opportunities, they are often vulnerable to the unpredictability of urban life, including the threat of street violence.
Community activists and student organizations are now calling for greater protection for international students, including the implementation of more comprehensive safety programs and better communication between students and local law enforcement. Many international students have expressed concerns about living in areas where they are unfamiliar with the local environment and safety risks.
As investigations continue, authorities have appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the identification of the suspect responsible for Vasudev’s death. The family and friends of the young student are left to cope with the loss of a promising life, as the community at large struggles to understand how such a random act of violence could have claimed his life.