Toronto police said the incident occurred on Jan. 24, at around 3:30 p.m., in the area of Danforth and Jones avenues. Officers said the victim was walking along Danforth Avenue when he was assaulted by another man. On Wednesday, the CBC identified the victim as longtime journalist Michael Finlay. According to the CBC report, Finlay died on Tuesday from “medical complications” following the attack. 1:54 Police seek suspect, issue arrest warrant after former CBC journalist assaultedSpeaking to reporters on Friday, Toronto police Det.