Peel Regional Police press releases and community events information.On Thursday July 13, 2006, at approximately 2:00 a.m., acting on information that was received, uniform officers attended an apartment unit at 220 Steeles Avenue, where the body was discovered inside. There were obvious signs of trauma to the body and the Homicide Bureau were contacted. This is Peel Region's fourth homicide of the year.
The deceased has been identified as Malena MORALES, 31yrs of age, of Brampton.
The victim's body has been transferred to the Office of the Chief Coroner for a post mortem examination.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide and Missing Persons Bureau at (905) 453-2121 ext. 3205, or Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS/8477.