Five men are now facing charges after police recovered over $2 million worth of stolen cannabis products and seized two firearms during a cargo theft investigation in the Greater Toronto Area.
York Regional Police reported that their Auto Cargo Theft Unit found a stolen trailer on April 15 near Mc Laughlin Road and Highway 401 in Mississauga.
(Photo: York Regional Police)
Investigators discovered that the trailer had been taken from the Niagara Region while it was transporting a shipment of cannabis products intended for various dispensaries.
Officers identified several individuals believed to be involved with the stolen trailer and arrested five suspects at the scene. In addition, investigators recovered two illegal firearms during searches.
The following individuals have been charged:
Manveer Singh, 21, of Brampton Sarbjeet Singh, 32, of Brampton Dilkhab Singh, 21, of Brampton Karan Kumar, 25, of Hamilton Jaiskavan Malhi, 23, of Brampton
The accused face several charges including theft over $5,000 involving a motor vehicle, possession of property obtained by crime, trafficking in stolen property, and multiple firearms offences.
Police indicated that the investigation is still ongoing and believe there may be more victims involved.
York Regional Police mentioned they continue to collaborate with Équité Association on cargo theft investigations throughout York Region and the GTA.
Cargo theft has become an increasing concern for trucking companies and supply chain operators across Ontario. This is especially true in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area where organized theft rings are increasingly targeting trailers filled with high-value freight.
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