5 District Policing in #5 District In #5 District, York Regional Police officers actively serve over 376,500 residents across Markham and Whitchurch-Stouffville, working every day to keep neighborhoods safe, welcoming, and connected. Officers patrol streets, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with community leaders to prevent crime and address local concerns.  The district is also supported by the Whitchurch-Stouffville Community Substation, where nearly 20 officers provide a strong local presence, …

1 District Policing in #1 District Serving nearly 200,000 residents across Aurora, East Gwillimbury, King Township, and Newmarket, York Regional Police officers in #1 District are committed to keeping their communities safe, supported, and connected. Every day, these officers engage directly with residents, businesses, and community groups to build trust, address local concerns, and respond quickly to emergencies. Beyond traditional policing, #1 District officers focus on prevention, education, and …

One Charged, One Outstanding in Markham Commercial Robbery Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged a man and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an additional suspect following an armed robbery in the City of Markham.  On May 14, 2026, just before 1 a.m., officers responded to reports of a robbery inside a commercial building, in the area of Warden Avenue and Masseyfield Gate. Two suspects, armed with firearms, entered the premises and stole cash and cellular …

Update – Third Suspect Arrested in Vaughan Double Homicide The third suspect wanted in the double homicide in the City of Vaughan has been arrested. On May 13, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers attended a residence in the area of Kaiser Drive and Forest Drive after receiving reports that shots had been fired. When officers arrived, two males were located outside of the home suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both males succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced deceased.  While police …

Video - Automated Licence Plate Reader Leads to Recovery of Stolen Vehicle and Arrest in Aurora York Regional Police (YRP) have recovered a stolen vehicle and charged a suspect after an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert in the Town of Aurora. This incident underscores the growing role of technology in helping police detect crime and protect the community.  On Thursday, June 4, 2026, an officer on patrol in the area of Yonge Street and Elm Grove Avenue received an alert from the in-car ALPR …

Child Car Seat Clinic (Markham) York Regional Police wants to keep everyone on our roads safe - including passengers too young to buckle themselves up. York Regional Police has trained Child Passenger Safety Technicians who provide child restraint/car seat inspection clinics free of charge (reservation deposit required). These clinics take about one hour per seat, for anyone looking to have a child restraint or car seat inspected. Every vehicle attending must have its own registered time slot. If you have …

Update – One Man Charged, Two Suspects Sought in Markham Carjacking Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit have charged one man and are seeking two additional suspects following a carjacking which occurred in the City of Markham in March 2026.  On March 3, 2026, at 11:43 p.m., officers responded to reports of a carjacking at Warden Avenue and Highway 407. The victim was stopped at an intersection when the suspect vehicle struck the victim’s vehicle from behind. When the victim exited to …

York Region Shield Community safety is a shared responsibility York Region Shield is a program that promotes information sharing between executive-level public and private security professionals and  York Regional Police, which forms part of a Global Shield Network of nearly 50 law enforcement and intelligence agencies around the world. Participants in York Region Shield share emerging and evolving trends and security concerns, directly affecting emergency preparedness in York Region. They will receive …