Brampton, ON — A devastating act of violence has left the Brampton community reeling after Savannah Kulla, a young mother from Ontario, was shot and killed Tuesday afternoon in a parking lot by her ex-partner, 38-year-old Anthony Deschepper.
According to Peel Regional Police, the incident unfolded in broad daylight, sending shockwaves through the quiet neighborhood. Witnesses described scenes of chaos and disbelief as officers arrived at the site of the shooting.
Following the attack, authorities issued an Amber Alert after Deschepper fled the scene with the couple’s 17-month-old daughter, sparking an urgent province-wide search. Police and emergency services worked through the afternoon and evening to locate the child and ensure her safety.
Neighbors and friends remembered Savannah as a devoted mother and kindhearted woman whose love for her daughter was unwavering. “She was gentle, caring, and always smiling,” one friend shared. “It’s unthinkable that something like this could happen to her.”
The tragedy has reignited conversations around domestic violence and intimate partner safety in Ontario, prompting calls for greater awareness and stronger protective measures for victims at risk.
As investigators continue their work, the community mourns a life taken far too soon — a young woman remembered for her compassion, strength, and the bright future that was stolen from her.
Police have urged anyone with information related to the case to contact Peel Regional Police or Crime Stoppers.
Savannah Kulla’s family and friends are now left to grieve an unimaginable loss, holding tightly to the memories of a mother whose love and light will never be forgotten.