Police identify Kunene as suspect in fatal Rexdale shooting of Brandon Blake
Joseph Kunene, 19, is wanted for first-degree murder; police say anyone who sees him should call 911 and not approach.
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Police have identified Joseph Kunene, 19, of Toronto, as a suspect in the fatal shooting of Brandon Blake in Rexdale. Kunene is wanted for first-degree murder.
Blake was shot shortly before 1 a.m. on Tuesday near Martin Grove Road and Finch Avenue West, and was pronounced dead at the scene. Blake's death is Toronto's 34th homicide of the year, according to police. Police say two male suspects fled. The second suspect has not been identified. He is described as a white male of thin build, wearing all black with a hood up and a face mask.
If you see Kunene, do not approach him. Call 911 immediately. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact police directly.
Kunene is six feet tall and weighs 175 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and a distinctive tattoo on his right hand. Police issued the release Wednesday.
