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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Deal Turns Into Carjacking Attempt – 4 Arrested

(ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit have laid charges on four individuals in relation to an attempted carjacking in Essa Township on January 30th.

On January 30, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) were in the Town of Angus when officers observed a drug deal between the Accused and Victim.

The Accused parties attempted to forcefully remove the Victim from their vehicle but were unsuccessful. The victim escaped with their vehicle travelling south bound on Mill Street in Angus. The Accused parties pursued the victim at high rates of speed weaving in and out of heavy traffic. CSCU officers with the assistance of frontline members intervened and placed 3 parties under arrest.

On February 3rd, 2025, a 4th Accused was arrested and held for bail.

As a result of the investigation:

Kelsey LANG, 29-years-old from Cookstown was charged with:

  • Robbery with Intent,

 Was released on a form 10 Undertaking to appear before the courts on March 6 2025

James HAMILTON, 28-years-old from Innisfil was charged with:

  • Robbery with Intent
  • Dangerous operation
  • Driving while under suspension – two counts

 Was held for a bail hearing and was released on a release order to appear before the courts on February 27 2025.

Christopher LANG, 28-years-old from Vaughn was charged with:

  • Robbery with Intent
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

Was held for a bail hearing and is to appear before the courts February 4 2025.

Robert PALFREY, 62-years-old from Barrie was charged with:        

  • Dangerous operation
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Cocaine

Was released on a form 10 Undertaking to appear before the courts on March 13 2025.

If you have any information regarding a criminal offence please contact the OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or you can submit your information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Police Warn Of Staged Collision Carjackings

York Regional Police

York Regional Police is issuing a warning to the public following a re-emergence of staged collision carjackings.

In these incidents, suspects will purposely cause minor collisions by driving into the victim’s vehicle. When the victim exits their vehicle to assess the damage, the suspects will confront the victims, often with firearms, and steal the vehicle. Suspects have also used distraction techniques to allow another suspect to steal the vehicle when the victim isn’t looking.

On November 3, 2024, at approximately 7 p.m., police responded to reports of a carjacking in the area of Warden Avenue and Major Mackenzie Drive in Markham. The victim was rear-ended by the suspect’s Honda sedan. When he exited to check the damage, he was confronted by two suspects armed with firearms. One suspect stole the victim’s Lexus, while the other fled in the Honda.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at approximately 7:10 p.m., police responded to a carjacking in the area of Kirkham Drive and Karachi Drive in Markham. A male suspect on a bicycle rode into the side of the victim’s Cadillac Escalade. When the victim got out to check on the male, a dark sedan pulled up behind the Escalade. Two suspects exited the sedan, threatened the victim with a firearm and stole the vehicle.

On Thursday, January 9, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., police responded to an attempted carjacking in the area of King Road and Highway 27 in Vaughan. The victim’s Cadillac Escalade was lightly rear-ended. When the victim got out of the vehicle to assess the damage, she was confronted by two suspects, one armed with a firearm. The suspects attempted to steal her vehicle but were unsuccessful due to a kill switch being installed in the Escalade.

On Friday, January 17, 2025, at approximately 5:50 p.m., police responded to a carjacking in the area of Leslie Street and Bethesda Sideroad in Richmond Hill. The victim’s Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon was rear-ended by a dark coloured sport utility vehicle (SUV). When the victim got out of the vehicle to assess the damage, a suspect entered his vehicle and drove away.

Police are advising citizens to always be aware of their surroundings. Trust your instincts. If you feel you are being followed, or if something doesn’t feel right, drive to a police station or contact police immediately. If you are involved in a collision and have concerns about the circumstances call 9-1-1. If you are the victim of a carjacking, prioritize your personal safety and be the best witness you can be.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or online at www.1800222tips.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Uber Driver Carjacked

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – On January 1st, 2025, officers of the Huronia West Ontario Provincial Police responded to report of a robbery of an Uber driver. The incident occurred at approximately 10:16 pm on Mosley Street, near Pizza Pizza in the Town of Wasaga Beach.

A passenger entered an Uber vehicle and after a short interaction, the male suspect threatened the driver & stole the motor vehicle. The Uber driver was left at the side of the road and was able to flee without injury. No weapon was seen.

Officers of Collingwood OPP joined Huronia West in the search for the suspect and stolen vehicle. Police were able to track the vehicle to the Collingwood area. Just after midnight, the vehicle was located by Collingwood officers in the vicinity of 8th street and Walnut street.

Members of Central Region OPP’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) responded to the area and a canine track was conducted. The suspect was not located. The recovered stolen vehicle has been processed for evidence by the OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS).

Huronia West OPP’s crime unit have taken over the investigation and are following up on a possible suspect.  No further details, including suspect descriptors will be released at this time. Huronia West OPP are asking anyone with video or information to call the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. Crime Stoppers can be reached anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS. 

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

Armed Carjacking – Names & Photos Released

Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged two suspects and seized a quantity of drugs after executing a search warrant in relation to an armed carjacking which occurred in the City of Markham.

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at approximately 2:40 a.m., police responded to a carjacking in the area of Old Kennedy Road and Denison Street. Three suspects approached the victim and pointed a firearm at him, before stealing his 2021 Mercedes G-Wagon. The suspects fled in tandem with a white BMW sport utility vehicle being operated by a fourth suspect.

On November 6, 2024, the stolen G-Wagon was located on a residential street in Mississauga and recovered by police.

On December 10, 2024, investigators executed a warrant in the City of Brampton in relation to the investigation. Officers seized a quantity of Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl, Heroin and Methamphetamine and recovered a Porsche that had been reported stolen during a home invasion in Toronto. Two suspects were arrested.

York Regional Police is releasing images of the accused as investigators believe they are part of a larger group actively involved in committing carjacking robberies and are appealing for witnesses.

Charged:Suvestan GANESHAMOORTHY, 34, of the City of PickeringCharges Include:Possession for the Purpose – CocainePossession for the Purpose – Crystal MethPossession for the Purpose – HeroinPossession for the Purpose – FentanylPossession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 x2 
Charged:Arunsheeyaah ARULANANTHAM, 29, of the City of Brampton 

The investigation is ongoing and investigators are still seeking additional suspects.

Investigators are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. Officers would also like to speak with anyone who may have video surveillance or dashcam footage in the area at the time of the incident. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police WFP

Armed Carjacking Attempt – Teens Arrested

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police have arrested two youths in connection to the attempted robbery of a vehicle with a firearm in Kitchener.

On April 4, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., three male suspects approached a female victim as she entered her car, a white Lexus, on Belmont Avenue West. One of the males brandished a firearm, and the males unsuccessfully attempted to force the victim from her vehicle. When approached by witnesses, the males fled the area on foot.

Officers from Neighbourhood Policing, the Emergency Response Team, and the Direct Action Response Team responded to the area and located and arrested two suspects behind a business on King Street South near Union Boulevard.

A silver firearm was recovered by police at the time of the arrest.

Seized firearm

The two males, a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old, both from Kitchener, have been jointly charged with attempt robbery with a firearm and disguise with intent. The 15-year-old was charged was also charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Both accused parties were held in police custody for a bail hearing.

The third suspect remains outstanding and is described as a Black male in his late teens with a thin build.

The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Robbery Team.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777, extension 8255, or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Police Press Releases Waterloo Regional Police

Carjacking At Gunpoint – Suspects At Large

Waterloo Region, Ontario – Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a Kitchener robbery involving a firearm.

On March 11, 2024, at approximately 10 p.m., police responded to a report of a carjacking in the area of Elmsdale Drive and Huntsworth Avenue.

Police learned that the victim was in the parking lot of their residence when they were approached by multiple suspects. The victim was forced out of their vehicle when a firearm was brandished towards them. The suspects stole the vehicle and left before the police arrived.

There were no reports of any physical injuries. The vehicle was later located in the area of Marina Avenue and Belmont Avenue.

The investigation is ongoing. Police are asking anyone who may have dashcam video or surveillance video in the area around the time of the incidents. Anyone with information is encouraged to call police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Police are reminding members of the community to be aware of their surroundings, and to report any observed suspicious activity immediately.