Date: April 6, 2026 l Reporter: Williams
A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a suspect in connection with a Niagara Region homicide, as investigators reveal new details linking the killing to a broader alleged transnational drug trafficking operation.
The case revolves around the killing of 29-year-old Randy Fader, who was shot outside his home in Niagara Falls in April. Authorities say the homicide is now believed to be connected to a larger criminal network operating across North America.
Police have identified Malik Damion Cunningham as a key suspect in the case and have issued a nationwide warrant for his arrest. Investigators allege that Cunningham acted as a hired gunman within the network, which is believed to have been involved in multiple violent incidents tied to drug trafficking activities.
Court documents cited in the investigation indicate that members of the alleged criminal organization communicated through encrypted messaging platforms to coordinate killings. The documents suggest that targets were selected and assigned, with instructions given to carry out the attacks in exchange for resources such as vehicles, fake identification, and weapons.
Authorities further allege that the killing of Fader was part of a broader pattern of violence used by the group to enforce control, settle disputes, and retaliate over drug-related conflicts. The network is believed to have transported large quantities of cocaine across international borders, including shipments from Mexico into the United States and Canada.
The investigation has also drawn attention due to its reported links to a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder, Ryan James Wedding, who is accused of playing a leadership role in the trafficking network and remains a fugitive. U.S. authorities have reportedly charged multiple individuals connected to the organization, with some arrests already made.
Law enforcement agencies, including Canadian and international partners, are continuing coordinated efforts to track down suspects and dismantle the network. Officials say the case underscores the growing sophistication and cross-border nature of organized crime operations.
Police are urging the public to provide any information that could assist in locating Cunningham, warning that individuals connected to such networks may pose a serious risk to public safety.
The Niagara homicide investigation remains ongoing, with authorities working to uncover the full scope of the alleged criminal enterprise and bring those responsible to justice.