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Police Rescue 3 Kidnap Victims – 10 Arrested

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Region of Peel – Investigators from the 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested and charged ten people in relation to a kidnapping investigation. 

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, our patrol officers along with 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau investigators attended an address in the area of Kennedy Road & Conservation Drive in the City of Brampton, in response to a kidnapping investigation. With the assistance of our Tactical Unit, police entered the residence and located three victims within the residence, who were rescued and brought to safety. Subsequent to that, police executed search warrants, which resulted in the seizure of a loaded Ruger Security 9 handgun, a Glock 17 Gen 5 handgun and ammunition.

As a result of this investigation, a total of ten parties were located inside the residence, arrested and charged with the following criminal offences:

  • Kidnapping
  • Forcible Confinement
  • Assault Cause Bodily Harm
  • Various Firearms Offences

They were all held for special bail hearings at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. 

Anyone with information can contact the 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121, extension 2233. Information may be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.  

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Know Sex Offender Arrested Again – Richard Walker #PervertAlert

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Region of Peel – Investigators from the 22 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested and charged a known sex offender in relation to an indecent act investigation that took place in the City of Brampton.

On December 20, 2024, police were called to the area of Madronna Gardens and Montoya Gate in Brampton for a man allegedly driving around the area in a Honda Fit committing an indecent act.

Following an investigation, Richard Walker, a 50-year-old man and known sex offender from Brampton, was arrested and charged on December 21, 2024, with the following Criminal Code Offences: 

  • Indecent Act in a Public Place 
  • Fail to Comply with Prohibition Order

Mr. Walker was held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. 

Investigators believe that there may be additional victims, and are urging them to contact 22 Division at 905-453-2121, extension 2233.

Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. 

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, extension 4027.

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Child Sexually Assaulted – Justine Watson Arrested


Region of Peel– Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau have arrested an individual following a stranger sex assault and suspect that others have been victimized.

On December 9, 2024 the victim, a female under the age of 18 was present in the Square One area of Mississauga when she was approached by the suspect. It is alleged that the suspect made advances towards the victim, kissing and touching her inappropriately. The victim managed to leave the situation and was not physically injured.

Investigators were able to identify the suspect, and on December 16, Johnathan Watson, also known as Justine Watson, 29-years-old of no fixed address, was arrested and held in custody pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. They are charged with:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (X2)

At the time of arrest, Johnathan was bound by release orders stemming from two prior and separate charges of Sexual Assault.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims and encourage them to report the incidents to police. Victims or anyone with information about this case can contact the 11 Division Criminal Investigations bureau by calling (905) 453-2121 ext. 1133.

Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027.

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Violent Home Home Invasion – Child & Father Struck With Hammer

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Central Robbery Bureau have charged two suspects in connection to a violent gunpoint home invasion that occurred in the city Brampton over two years ago in 2022.

It is alleged that in the early morning hours on November 11, 2022, the victim was at his residence with his wife, parents and four children near Mississauga Road and Sandalwood Parkway, in Brampton. 

Four suspects pulled up to the driveway and forced the victim, at gunpoint, into the garage.  Demands were made for money and the victim was struck in the head with a firearm.  The other three suspects entered the home and confronted the rest of the family making similar demands for money. As the victim attempted to flee the garage, one suspect fired a shot in his direction which fortunately missed. The suspects then fled the area in a stolen vehicle.

The victim and his father who was struck by a suspect with a hammer were both treated for minor injuries.

Following a lengthy and complex investigation spanning multiple provinces, police have identified and charged two suspects.

On February 9, 2024, a 17-year-old male youth was charged with:  

  • Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Wearing a Disguise with Intent
  • Point Firearm
  • Robbery
  • Using a Firearm While Committing an Offence
  • Intentionally Discharging a Firearm
  • Possession of Stolen Property x2

On December 13, 2024, police charged Shaquille Martin, a 32-year-old from Brampton with:

  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Robbery
  • Wearing a Disguise with Intent
  • Point Firearm
  • Assault with a Weapon
  • Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
  • Possession of Stolen Property x2

A general provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (Y.C.J.A.) prohibits the release of the name of a Young Person, and, therefore, the identity of the Young Persons charged in this investigation is protected.

This investigation remains ongoing, and police anticipate more charges could be laid.

Ayone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators with the Central Robbery Bureau at (905)453-2121 ext. 3410. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027.

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Bryan Devereaux Wanted By Police – Licence Plate DARP182

Region of Peel – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau seek assistance from the public to locate a man involved in a physical altercation with a female.

On December 17, 2024, at 11:47 a.m. police received a report of an altercation between a man and a woman in the area of Mississauga Road and Meadowvale Boulevard in Mississauga.

During the incident, the man was reportedly seen striking the female and forcing her into a vehicle before leaving the area.

The vehicle is a 2006 Acura MDX SUV, black in colour bearing Ontario licence plate DARP182. The vehicle has a gold Acura emblem and front end damage.

Police attempted to intercept the vehicle however the driver did not stop and managed to evade police.

The driver has been identified as 48-year-old Bryan Devereaux of Kitchener.  He is described white, 5’7”, slim build.  He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, black rimmed glasses with yellow tint.

The unknown female is described as early 30s, 5’4”, medium build. Last seen wearing a full length parka.

Bryan is encouraged to seek legal counsel and turn himself in to police.

If Bryan or the vehicle is seen, police are asking members of the public not to approach but to call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information about Bryan or his whereabouts is asked to call investigators with the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at  (905) 453–2121, ext. 1133. 

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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Persons for Identification – Brampton and Mississauga Protest Investigation

Region of Peel – Investigators are asking for help to identify individuals involved in criminality during the November protest incidents in Brampton and Mississauga.

A Strategic Investigative Team was formed to investigate several offences that occurred during and after protests at a Mandir on The Gore Road in Brampton as well as related incidents at the Westwood Mall in Mississauga.   

Included in this release are images of persons of interest or suspects responsible for offences that include assault, assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, assault police officer and public incitement of hatred. Investigators are asking for your help in identifying them.

Investigators continue to analyze hundreds of videos of the incidents and are working to identify additional suspects involved and anticipate further arrests.

Anyone with information on the identity of the depicted individuals are asked to contact investigators at either 12 Division (Mississauga) at 905-453-2121 extension 1233, or 21 Division (Brampton) at 905-453-2121 extension 2133.  Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. 

Investigators are asking anyone with video or images of the demonstrations, to submit them using the following link:

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Public Information Officer at (905) 453-2121, extension 4027.