Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have laid numerous charges and are seeking one suspect following an attempted vehicle theft in the City of Vaughan.
On Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 4:05 a.m., police were called to a residence on Pine Heights Drive in the area of Pine Valley Drive and Teston Road. While on the phone with the complainant, the call taker heard a firearm being discharged.
When officers arrived, four suspects, who were attempting to steal a vehicle, were quickly arrested. A vehicle used by the suspects to travel to the area was located and determined to be stolen.
A 35-year-old male resident discharged a firearm during the attempted theft. He was located with a firearm and arrested.
There were no injuries. One suspect remains outstanding.
Charged: - Moses Newton LARMOND, 20, of the City of Brampton
- Troy BOCA PEART, 20, of the City of Toronto
- Nana-Yaw KWARTEN, 22, of the City of Mississauga
- Male, 16, of the City of Pickering
| Charges: - Attempt Break and Enter
- Attempt Theft of a Motor Vehicle
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- Breach of Probation (KWARTEN only)
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- Male, 35, of the City of Vaughan
| - Discharge of Firearm
- Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Careless Storage of a Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited/Restricted Weapon
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At the time of this offence, KWARTEN was on probation and the 16-year-old was out on bail for multiple outstanding charges. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be laid.
"Once again, we're seeing cases where individuals released on bail are involved in serious crimes within our communities,” states Police Chief Jim MacSween. “To ensure public safety and protect our officers, we need a bail system that effectively addresses repeat violent offenders while maintaining public confidence.”
York Regional Police understands the fear and frustration an incident like this may cause in a neighbourhood. However, we want to make clear that discharging a firearm in a residential area is extremely dangerous. You risk hurting innocent people, including neighbours, your own family, or responding officers. Taking justice into your own hands is not the answer.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau by calling 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7441. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS or by visiting www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable James Dickson
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June 12, 2025
