Crime & Safety

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A Canadian-registered Gulfstream G100 air ambulance carrying six people, including four Canadians, disappeared while flying from Bermuda to Boston. The U.S. Coast Guard launched a major air-and-sea search off Nantucket after the crew declared an emergency and reported communication difficulties. Officials have not confirmed a crash site or determined what caused the aircraft to go missing.

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B.C. RCMP have charged five men following an extensive extortion investigation involving alleged shootings, arson, firearms and drug trafficking in Surrey and Langley, with arrests made in Surrey and at Toronto Pearson International Airport as investigators continue examining the case.

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Ottawa police say officers recovered a loaded handgun during a south-end traffic stop after an adult male and a youth tried to flee. Two other adults were arrested, and a woman was released without charges. The Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating.

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A Brampton traffic-stop investigation has led Peel Regional Police to allege that three illegal firearms and ammunition were seized. Police say Navjot Singh, 29, of Innisfail, Alberta, now faces 14 charges after investigators allegedly found two additional firearms at a residence days after the initial stop. The allegations have not been proven in court.

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Key Takeaways Peel Police launched Project Circuit Breaker after receiving a complaint from the Electrical Safety Authority. Police identified 12 victims across Peel, Halton and York and allege customers were promised government rebates that did not exist. A 39 year old Brampton man faces five charges and investigators believe additional victims may still come forward.

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London Police Service has charged Constable Brandon Mihalides following an investigation into OC spray used during an April arrest. The Major Crime Section reviewed concerns about the circumstances surrounding the force and the officer has been reassigned to administrative duties pending court proceedings.

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Two people were rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after separate stabbings minutes apart in downtown Ottawa. Police say the attacks appear to have been random, and a 42-year-old Ottawa man faces attempted-murder and other charges.

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Toronto Police are seeking three suspects after an alleged home invasion near Finch Avenue East and Warden Avenue. Police say the suspects forced entry into an apartment, ransacked the residence and fled with several luxury items before leaving the area.

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Two police officers were injured after a Tesla allegedly reversed into them during an investigation in Oshawa. Durham police say a 23-year-old Ajax man is now wanted in connection with the incident.

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Sarnia Police say a drug-trafficking investigation resulted in the seizure of about five kilograms of crystal methamphetamine and cocaine, hydromorphone and oxycodone pills, and more than $151,000 in Canadian cash. A 42-year-old Sarnia man faces multiple drug-trafficking and proceeds-of-crime charges. Police estimate the controlled substances had a street value exceeding $300,000.

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Two masked gunmen opened fire on an occupied vehicle at Vancouver’s Spanish Banks. Police arrested one suspect, while a second remained outstanding as investigators searched for the vehicle’s occupants.

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A 46-year-old Toronto man has been charged with second-degree murder after a man in his 50s was fatally stabbed during an alleged altercation near Steeles Avenue West and Hilda Avenue. Police say it is Toronto’s 29th homicide of 2026.

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Mission RCMP say CCTV confirmed that a four-year-old took his parents’ Cadillac Escalade, started it and crashed into two parked vehicles in Mission, British Columbia. No injuries were reported. Police also described a separate incident that day involving a seven-year-old who started a small fire with a blowtorch, prompting a household-safety warning for parents.

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Toronto Police say officers seized fentanyl, crack cocaine, crystal methamphetamine and a .22-calibre rifle during a drug-trafficking investigation that led to the arrests of two Toronto men.

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Canada’s privacy commissioner is investigating IDScan.net after an unauthorized party reportedly accessed its database containing digital scans of driver’s licences and other government-issued identification. Reports of data tied to more than 150 million licences in Canada and the United States have raised concerns, though officials have not disclosed how many Canadians may be affected.

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Toronto police are investigating after two separate burned vehicles were discovered in Toronto, with a body found inside each vehicle. One incident occurred near Steeles Avenue East and Reesor Road, while another was reported near the James Gardens area. Police have notified the homicide unit as investigators work to establish what happened and determine whether the two incidents are connected.

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Quebec City tops Numbeo’s 2026 Safety Index as Canada’s safest city, followed by Oakville and Burlington. Ontario places five communities in the national top 10. The index reflects residents’ perceptions of crime and personal safety rather than official police-reported crime totals, with several Canadian cities ranking highly across North America.

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Belleville shooting outside a synagogue, emphasizing that a police officer was critically injured and the SIU is investigating. The selected TwikUp headline is: “Gunfire Outside Belleville Synagogue Leaves Police Officer Critically Injured — SIU Investigating.”

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A Scarborough parking-lot request for directions allegedly turned into a distraction robbery after a woman placed a fake gold chain around a victim’s neck and allegedly took the victim’s real chain. Toronto Police have identified Andreea Ispas, 23, as a suspect, while a male suspect remains unidentified.

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Vancouver Police recorded 104 incidents involving youth and bear spray between January 1 and August 15, 2026, up from 83 during the same period in 2025. Police inspections found retail-rule violations as the city tries to limit underage access while preserving legitimate use of bear spray for people travelling in bear country.

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Intermittent 9-1-1 outages affected parts of Ontario Thursday morning, causing emergency call-routing issues. Police services provided alternate contact numbers for residents unable to reach emergency operators, while authorities worked with service providers to restore normal 9-1-1 operations.

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A hike near Conflict Lake in British Columbia’s Callaghan Conservancy turned into a helicopter rescue after a woman was attacked by a bear. Conservation officers, RCMP and search-and-rescue teams responded, while officials closed surrounding trails. The woman’s injuries were reported as non-life-threatening, and authorities urged visitors to check current BC Parks advisories before entering the backcountry.

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A 16-year-old girl was pronounced dead after officers responded to reports of a shooting near 139 Avenue and 32 Street on Sunday morning. Police are treating the death as suspicious and are asking anyone with information to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers.

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Edmonton police say they received 21 reports over the past two months of seniors being targeted in grandparent scams, in which callers often impersonate police officers. The callers claim a child or grandchild has been arrested and needs immediate bail money. They may demand cash, credit cards, gift cards, cryptocurrency, gold or jewellery, the Edmonton.

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Toronto Police say a specialized retail crime unit in North Etobicoke has made 546 arrests and laid 4,033 charges during nearly two years of enforcement. Investigations have linked more than $1.6 million in stolen merchandise to suspected organized retail crime. Police say the continuing initiative uses centralized reporting and retailer partnerships to identify offenders and connect related incidents across stores.

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New Westminster will receive up to $1.04 million in federal funding for locally designed gun and gang violence prevention. The investment will support programs aimed at children, youth and young adults who may be vulnerable to gang involvement, with a focus on early intervention, stronger community connections and safer pathways before violence occurs. for local families.

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Thousands of newcomers lose money every year to fake immigration consultants, visa agents, and fraudulent job offers. Learn how these scams work, the warning signs to watch for, how to verify an authorized immigration representative, and the official steps to protect yourself using guidance from the Government of Canada.

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Government impersonation scams are among the fastest-growing frauds in Canada. Learn how scammers pretend to be CRA agents, CBSA officers, police, and immigration officials, the red flags to watch for, and how to protect yourself from costly fraud.

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Canadians lost over $704 million to fraud in 2025. Learn the biggest scams, warning signs, AI fraud tactics, and how to protect yourself in this complete 2026 guide.

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Crime trends are often more complex than headlines suggest. Here's what Canada's crime statistics reveal about safety, violent crime, and regional differences.

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Safety remains a key factor for families, immigrants, and homebuyers. Here's how Canada's major cities compare based on crime rates and quality of life.

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Crime trends are moving in different directions across North America. Economic pressures, technology, demographics, and community programs are reshaping public safety outcomes.

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Many Canadians do not realize they can refuse questions during police encounters. Knowing when you must identify yourself and when you can stay silent can protect your legal rights.

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Tens of thousands gathered in Toronto for the annual Walk With Israel as heavy security, counter-protests, and six arrests underscored tensions surrounding the ongoing conflict.

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A Toronto plastic surgeon has been ordered to pay $22.5 million after a judge found he secretly filmed patients without consent inside his cosmetic surgery clinic.

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A loud explosion heard across Toronto was part of a controlled film shoot at Downsview Park. Police confirmed no public safety risk despite widespread concern.