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Command Post Deployments

Command Post Deployments You may notice York Regional Police officers in your neighbourhood in the coming days. We are proactively increasing patrols and deploying the YRP Command Post at strategic locations across the region, as members of our community observe Passover. This means you may see officers near places of worship, community centres or other gathering places, and in your neighbourhood. Officers on patrol and stationed at the Command Post will be available to answer questions, take reports and …

Suspects for Identification Following Home Invasion in Vaughan

Suspects for Identification Following Home Invasion in Vaughan Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are appealing for witnesses and seeking to identify at least three suspects wanted in connection with a home invasion in the City of Vaughan. On Thursday, April 23, 2026, at approximately 2:30 a.m., three suspects forced their way into a residence in the area of Martin Grove Road and Jackman Crescent. One of the suspects was armed with a hatchet. The suspects threatened the homeowners and …

Public Warning of Cameras Used for Scouting Residential Break and Enters

Public Warning of Cameras Used for Scouting Residential Break and Enters Related Photos York Regional Police is warning the public after two incidents in which cameras were used to scout residences prior to committing residential break and enters. Two incidents were reported in Vaughan after cameras and battery packs were located on residential properties, disguised with camouflage. The cameras were hidden near trees and bushes on the properties. A review of the footage revealed the devices were placed to …

Update – Missing Vulnerable Male from Vaughan Located

Update – Missing Vulnerable Male from Vaughan Located Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance in locating the missing man from the City of Vaughan. Cornelius has been located. Please remove his photo from circulation. Crime prevention is our shared responsibility: Find up-to-date crime data in York Region on the Community Safety Data Portal , or become a partner in community safety by signing …

Police Warn Residents of 'Senior Assassin' Game and Dangers of Replica Firearms

Police Warn Residents of 'Senior Assassin' Game and Dangers of Replica Firearms York Regional Police is warning the community about the ‘Senior Assassin’ game and the dangers of the possession of replica firearms. The warning comes as officers have seen a re-emergence of the game in the last several weeks. The game involves students competing to eliminate fellow participants by shooting them with water guns, gel projectiles or foam darts within an allotted time period. York Regional Police is warning …

Persons of Interest Sought in Disturbance in Vaughan

Persons of Interest Sought in Disturbance in Vaughan Related Photos Investigators with York Regional Police are looking to speak with two males who were present during a disturbance in the City of Vaughan. On Sunday, April 19, 2026, at approximately 10:30 p.m., a disturbance occurred at a food establishment in the area of Colossus Drive and Weston Road. Investigators are releasing images of two males who are believed to have been in close proximity to where the incident occurred. They are being encouraged …

Appeal for Witnesses After Fatal Collision in East Gwillimbury

Appeal for Witnesses After Fatal Collision in East Gwillimbury Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses following a fatal single-vehicle collision in the Town of East Gwillimbury. On Sunday, April 26, 2026, at approximately 12:30 a.m., police responded to a single-vehicle collision near the intersection of Doane Road and Leslie Street. The vehicle was travelling westbound on Doane Road when it left the roadway, went down an embankment and …

Multiple Suspects Sought Following Richmond Hill Home Invasion

Multiple Suspects Sought Following Richmond Hill Home Invasion Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are appealing for witnesses and seeking multiple suspects following a home invasion in the City of Richmond Hill. On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, just before 4:30 a.m., three suspects forced their way into a residence, in the area of Hyde Park Drive and Red Oak Drive, by smashing a front window. It is believed at least one of the suspects was carrying a metal object. Once inside, the suspects …

Update – Markham Man Charged in 2025 Indecent Act Investigations

Update – Markham Man Charged in 2025 Indecent Act Investigations Investigators with the York Regional Police Special Victims Unit have charged a Markham man with sexual offences following a December 2025 investigation. On December 10, 2025, a victim was at a business in the area of Red Maple Road and High Tech Road, in the City of Richmond Hill. A male suspect approached the victim, committed an indecent act and touched the victim for a sexual purpose before fleeing. On December 21, 2025, a second victim …

Suspect for Identification in Hate/Bias-Motivated Incident at Vaughan Synagogue

Suspect for Identification in Hate/Bias-Motivated Incident at Vaughan Synagogue Related Photos Investigators with the York Regional Police Hate Crime Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect following an assault at a Vaughan synagogue. On Saturday, April 25, 2026, at approximately 9:35 a.m., officers attended a synagogue in the area of Bathurst Street and Steeles Avenue for an assault. An unknown male attempted to enter a synagogue and - when he was denied entry - he attempted …

Second Suspect Arrested in Vaughan Homicide

Second Suspect Arrested in Vaughan Homicide Investigators with the York Regional Police Homicide Unit would like to thank the media, the public and the Calgary Police Fugitive Team for their assistance in locating a second suspect wanted in connection with a homicide in the City of Vaughan. On Monday, January 26, 2026, at approximately 1 p.m., officers were called to a commercial plaza in the area of Winges Road and Rowntree Dairy Road after receiving reports of shots fired. When officers arrived, a male …

Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Collision in Markham

Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Collision in Markham Investigators with the York Regional Police Major Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses after a serious collision involving a motorcycle in the City of Markham. On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., police responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a transport truck in the area of Woodbine Avenue and John Street. The rider of the motorcycle, a 30-year-old male from Markham, was transported to …

York Regional Police Launches New, Improved Website

York Regional Police Launches New, Improved Website York Regional Police is proud to launch a new, improved website. Built with customer service and accessibility top of mind, the new website is compliant with standards legislated by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act . Serving one of the most diverse regions in Canada, the site features user-activated translation and a live chat assistant, ensuring our community members can access the information they need, in their language. The …

Update - Suspect Charged in Connection with 2012 Bank Robberies

Update - Suspect Charged in Connection with 2012 Bank Robberies Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged a suspect in connection with five bank robberies dating back to 2012. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, at approximately 2:20 p.m., police responded to a robbery at a bank in the area of Yonge Street and Elgin Mills Road. When they arrived, officers learned a male suspect entered the bank armed with a firearm and made threats before fleeing the scene with a quantity of …

Alert Citizen Helps Police Stop Jewelry Distraction Theft in Vaughan

Alert Citizen Helps Police Stop Jewelry Distraction Theft in Vaughan Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged three suspects in connection to an attempted jewelry distraction theft in the City of Vaughan, thanks to the quick actions of an observant citizen. On Monday, May 18, 2026 at approximately 3 p.m., police responded to the report of a suspicious person in the areas of Bathurst Glen Drive and Schuster Lane. A concerned citizen contacted …

Massage Therapist Charged with Sexual Assault

Massage Therapist Charged with Sexual Assault Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a Registered Massage Therapist in connection to a sexual assault in the City of Vaughan. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the victim attended a massage appointment at a wellness clinic in the area of Rutherford Road and Vellore Woods Boulevard. During the massage, the suspect began to touch the victim for a sexual purpose. On May 11, 2026, the suspect was arrested and …

Witnesses Sought Following Shooting in Vaughan

Witnesses Sought Following Shooting in Vaughan Investigators with the York Regional Police Firearms Investigations Team are seeking witnesses following a shooting at a residence in the City of Vaughan. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, at approximately 3:25 a.m., police responded to reports of gunfire at a residence in the area of Queen Filomena Avenue and Giordano Way. When officers arrived, they located a house with damage to the garage door. The residence was unoccupied at the time of the shooting and no …

Vaughan Man Charged with Sexual Offences Against Minors

Vaughan Man Charged with Sexual Offences Against Minors A former City of Vaughan employee has been charged with numerous sexual offences against two minors following an investigation by the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau. On April 30, 2026, the victims were at a community centre in the area of Dufferin Street and Clark Avenue when they were approached by an employee. The victims believed they were in trouble for making noise and needed to be spoken to in private. The …