Ottawa/New Delhi, April 19 -- A 21-year-old Indian student, Harsimrat Randhawa, died after being hit by a stray bullet, during a shooting incident between people in two vehicles, in Ontario, Canada.

The Indian consulate general in Toronto expressed sadness over her tragic death, and said they are in close touch with her family and extending all help.

"We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa in Hamilton, Ontario.

"As per local police, she was an innocent victim, fatally struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident involving two vehicles.

"A homicide investigation is currently underway.

"We are in close contact with her family and are extending all necessary assistance. Our thoughts and ...