(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in connection to a 2024 home invasion investigation.
On November 3, 2024, shortly before 5:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to a residence on Bailey Drive in the Town of Orangeville for a home invasion in progress. Suspects fled the scene prior to police arrival.
The preliminary investigation revealed that unknown suspects forcefully entered the residence. Once inside they demanded valuables from the victim.
As a result of the investigation, Jalen HARRIOTT, a 18-year-old male, from Ajax has been charged with:
• Robbery using Firearm (Restricted or Prohibited)
• Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm
• Disguise with Intent
• Unauthorized Poss of a Firearm
• Assault with A Weapon
• Pointing a Firearm
• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
• Fail to Comply with Sentence (two counts)
• Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence
The investigation is ongoing by the Dufferin OPP Major Crime Unit with the assistance from the OPP Forensic Identification Unit (FIS). If you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact the Dufferin Major Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or visit www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.
The effects of crime can be emotionally and physically devastating. If you or someone you know need support, Caledon/Dufferin Victim Services can be reached at 905-951-3838.