Posted on Monday May 11, 2026
York Regional Police has charged a man following an altercation at a demonstration regarding the conflict in Iran, in the City of Richmond Hill.
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m., police responded to reports of a dangerous driver in the area of Major Mackenzie Drive West and Yonge Street. The suspect was operating a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner near an ongoing demonstration. The suspect struck a food delivery driver who was not involved in the demonstration and, while fleeing the scene, struck another vehicle. The suspect then stopped his vehicle to yell threats at the demonstrators before being taken into custody.
The victim was transported to hospital with minor injuries.
Charged: - Mehran MOHAGHEGHI, 39, of the City of Richmond Hill
| Charges: - Assault with a Weapon
- Dangerous Operation
- Uttering Threats
- Failure to Stop After Accident
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The investigation is ongoing.
Any witnesses who have not yet spoken to investigators are urged to come forward as soon as possible, along with anyone who has video footage, including dashcam, cell phone, or security recordings from the area around the time of the incident.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the #2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7241, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable James Dickson
26-158800
May 11, 2026
