Police in York Region have arrested 17 people and seized $14 million worth of drugs in connection with a 'criminal network' allegedly actively planning home invasions, armed robberies and drug trafficking.
Police in York Region have arrested 17 people who are allegedly part of a “multi-faceted criminal organization” involved in home invasions, armed robberies and drug trafficking in the Greater Toronto Area.
In addition to the arrest, investigators also seized $14.4 million worth of drugs and three weapons, which were displayed during the news conference.Almeida said six of the people were on bail conditions or other forms of release when they were arrested, including one who was on parole for armed robbery and discharging a gun.Almeida revealed prior to the news conference, seven of the suspects were already out on bail.
“Get off the phone. Sit down and don’t move,” they say before repeatedly asking the resident, “Where is the money?” In the audio, the resident can be heard saying, “That is all I have,” but the suspect or suspects continue to demand money. “We believe that three potential home invasions or armed robberies were going to occur that were disrupted, and that’s as a result of the ongoing investigation.”The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop.
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