A Scarborough family is in mourning after 19-year-old Daniel Amalathas was fatally shot inside Scarborough Town Centre during broad daylight last Thursday.

Initially deemed suspicious, Toronto Police confirmed Saturday that Amalaha’s death is being investigated as a targeted killing.

The young man was found with a gunshot wound inside the family washroom near the mall’s food court just before 2 p.m. A firearm was also recovered at the scene.

In the days since, grief has filled the Amalathas family’s Scarborough home.

A collage of photos and fresh flowers now surround their living room, a tribute to the only son they’ve lost so suddenly.

“My brother was a loving, caring and selfless person,” said Jessica Amalathas, Daniel’s older sister.

“He was a hard worker and very independent… Whi

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