Police identify two suspects after fatal shooting on Thorold Stone Road
Police in Niagara Falls have named two people wanted in connection with a deadly shooting at a home on Thorold Stone Road near Dorchester Road. The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) says officers were called just before 9 p.m. on July 16, 2026, after reports that a man had been shot. The victim was taken to hospital and later died from his injuries. Investigators allege two individuals attended the residence and fired a handgun before leaving the scene.
NRPS has issued arrest warrants for Maaroof Bangi, 23, and Josta Grace Macneal, 30, both wanted on a charge of second-degree murder. Detectives say no firearm has been recovered and caution the public that the suspects should be considered armed and dangerous.
Vehicles linked to the case
According to police, the pair initially fled in a white Nissan SUV, believed to be a Rogue. Investigators later located and recovered that vehicle. They now believe the suspects may be using a different vehicle:
| Make/Model | Year | Colour | Licence Plate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX‑5 | 2021 | Black | DDEC 744 (Ontario) |
Police are asking the public to watch for the vehicle described above and to avoid approaching it or its occupants.
Public safety guidance and how to help
NRPS is urging residents to prioritize safety and allow officers to handle any contact with the suspects. Members of the public who believe they have seen the individuals or the vehicle should call emergency services immediately. Information that could assist the investigation can also be shared with police or Crime Stoppers.
Those spotting the suspects should call 911 immediately and avoid confrontation.
- Do not approach the suspects; they are considered armed and dangerous.
- If you see the black 2021 Mazda CX‑5 with plate DDEC 744, call 911.
- Provide any tips to NRPS or Crime Stoppers.
What we know so far
Investigators say two suspects went to the Thorold Stone Road address, where a handgun was used to shoot the male victim. The man was transported from the scene but did not survive. The initial getaway vehicle — a white Nissan SUV believed to be a Rogue — has been recovered. The investigation remains active, with officers working to track the suspects and the vehicle now believed to be in use.
Police have not released the victim’s identity or further details about the circumstances inside the residence. NRPS has also not disclosed additional information about the suspects beyond their names and ages, the allegation of second-degree murder, and the public warning regarding a still-unrecovered weapon.
Why this matters to Niagara Falls residents
This case has immediate implications for neighbourhood safety in the north end of Niagara Falls, where the shooting occurred, and for travel throughout the region while police search for the suspects and the listed vehicle. Authorities have stressed that the safest course of action is to report any sightings rather than intervene. As the investigation continues, residents can assist by documenting the date, time and location of any potential sightings and sharing that with police.
NRPS is asking anyone with surveillance video, dash-cam footage or first-hand observations from the evening of July 16 on or near Thorold Stone Road to come forward. Even small details — such as the direction a vehicle was travelling or the time it was seen — can help establish a more precise timeline for investigators.
