Toronto, Canada – Kenneth Law, a 58-year-old man from Mississauga, Ontario, has been charged with 14 counts of second-degree murder in connection with multiple deaths across Ontario. The new charges are related to the same alleged victims in multiple cities, from Toronto to Thunder Bay.
Law was already facing 14 counts of counselling or aiding suicide before the new charges were laid. The victims of the alleged crimes range in age from 16 to 36 and are spread across various cities in Ontario. This includes the deaths of Stephen Mitchell Jr., 21, and Ashtyn Prosser, 19, both of whom are listed as victims of Law in court documents.
The father of Stephen Mitchell Jr. expressed his satisfaction with the latest developments, stating that the new charges better reflect the nature of the crime committed against his son. Law was initially arrested in May after Peel Regional Police investigated two local deaths. Authorities allege that Law operated websites selling sodium nitrite and other harmful items, sending at least 1,200 packages to people in over 40 countries.
Despite the worldwide reach of his alleged activities, Law has not faced any charges abroad in connection with his online businesses. However, investigations in various countries, including the U.S., are ongoing. A FBI investigation is progressing, with several countries confirming that Law shipped packages to addresses in their respective territories. Multiple Canadian police forces outside of Ontario are also reviewing past sudden deaths in light of the allegations against Law.
In a brief email statement, Law’s lawyer confirmed the new charges but declined to offer further comments at this early stage. The development of this case has sparked interest and concern among multiple jurisdictions and families affected by Law’s alleged actions. The impact of his activities is widespread, underscoring the need for continued investigation and accountability.
Important details regarding the nature of the crimes and the ongoing investigations into the extent of Law’s activities have prompted widespread concern and a call for justice for the victims. Authorities continue to piece together the full scope of Law’s alleged crimes and their impact on the victims and their families.