Youth Charged in Series of Commercial Break and Enters

June 17, 2026 Media Release

Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau (4CIB) have charged a 16-year-old following an investigation into a series of commercial break and enters across York Region and the Greater Toronto Area.

In March 2026, 4CIB, in partnership with Peel Regional Police, began an investigation into a series of break and enters that occurred across the City of Vaughan. The lone suspect forced entry into businesses overnight, targeting safes and cash.

Through the investigation, officers identified the suspect.

On June 11, 2026, investigators executed a search warrant at a residence in the City of Mississauga. The suspect was arrested and officers located a replica firearm believed to have been used during the break-ins and recovered a stolen vehicle.

Charged:

  • A 16-year-old male of Mississauga

Charges:

  • Break and Enter Commit x4
  • Mischief Under $5,000 x4
  • Theft Over $5,000 x2
  • Disguise with Intent x2
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x2
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order x3


At the time of the offences, the accused was bound by a release order.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police 4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7445, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online.

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