Regina North-End Homicide Claims Life of 27-Year-Old Thomas Hornford
In the city of Regina, Saskatchewan, investigators have confirmed that 27-year-old Thomas Hornford is the victim in a homicide case, announced by the Regina Police Service on October 10, 2025. The incident unfolded within an alley located on the 1500 block of Cameron Street, shortly after 6:00 p.m. on the evening of Thursday, October 9.
Responding officers discovered Hornford in the alleyway, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was later declared deceased at the scene. The forensic teams and the coroner’s service were engaged by the police major crimes unit to process the investigation.
In connection with the case, a 26-year-old male, Sky Starr-Goforth, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder under Section 235(1) of the Criminal Code. Starr-Goforth’s first court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Regina Provincial Court.
While the victim’s family has been notified, police have not released additional personal details about Hornford, including his background, employment, or family circumstances. The community is now grappling with another act of violence, marking the ninth homicide recorded in Regina so far in 2025.
Authorities have secured the crime scene and are asking anyone who may have witnessed events in the alley near the 1500 block of Cameron Street between approximately 5:30 and 7:00 p.m. to contact the Regina Police Service. They are also reviewing surveillance camera footage from nearby businesses and residences to piece together the events leading up to Hornford’s passing.
Members of the public have been asked not to speculate about the relationship between the accused and the victim until further evidence is released. Police have emphasized the importance of due process and are continuing their forensic and witness canvassing work. Investigators noted that the fact the victim was found in a back alley raises questions about motive, timing, and whether the incident was premeditated.
The arrest of Starr-Goforth followed rapid investigative work, and police credit tip-offs from neighborhood residents in the area of Cameron Street for speeding up their response. While no bail hearing details have yet been disclosed, the first-degree murder charge indicates that the Crown perceives this to be an intentional, deliberate act rather than an accident.
In the wake of Hornford’s passing, local community organizations and youth outreach programs are offering support to his family and to residents of the area affected by the violence. Awareness initiatives focusing on gun violence prevention have also been called into motion, with community leaders urging greater alleyway lighting, improved security cameras, and quicker reporting of suspicious activity.
Though the physical details surrounding the victim’s life remain limited in public records at this time, the emotional impact is clear. The sudden and senseless nature of his loss has resonated across Regina’s north-end, where neighbors describe Hornford as a young man with potential, now gone too soon. A community memorial is being organized to honor his memory and provide a space for collective mourning.
As the formal investigation proceeds, the Regina Police Service continues to appeal for any additional information that may help establish motive, timeline, and connections between the accused and the victim. In their statement, police reaffirmed that “Homicide investigations are among the most complex we face, and we ask for the public’s patience and cooperation as we seek justice for Mr. Hornford and his family.”
In summary: On the evening of October 9 in Regina’s Cameron Street alleyway, 27-year-old Thomas Hornford lost his life due to a gun-related incident, now classified as a homicide. A 26-year-old suspect, Sky Starr-Goforth, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder. The community is in shock, and investigators continue to uncover the full story behind this tragic event.
