Peel Regional Police

Toronto Police Officer Charged with Sexual Assault Following Peel Special Victims Unit Investigation

Toronto Police Officer Charged with Sexual Assault Following Peel Special Victims Unit Investigation

Brampton (Rajeev Sharma)— A 39-year-old Toronto police officer has been suspended from duty after being charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and physical assault following a targeted investigation by the Peel Regional Police. The Special Victims Unit (SVU) announced the charges on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, marking a significant legal development involving a member of the neighbouring jurisdiction's police force. The accused, identified as Farhan Ali of Markham, faces a total of ten criminal charges. According to the formal release from Peel police, Ali has been charged with three counts of sexual assault, three counts of assault, and four…
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Suspect Arrested in 2024 Brampton Fatal Shooting

Suspect Arrested in 2024 Brampton Fatal Shooting

Brampton (Rajeev Sharma): Peel Regional Police have arrested a 41-year-old man who was wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in Brampton in 2024. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on May 11, 2024, near the intersection of Kennedy Road and Stafford Drive. Emergency crews responded to reports of gunfire and found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to a trauma centre, where he later died from his injuries. The victim was later identified as 43-year-old Dayne Gordon of Toronto. Police had previously issued a Canada-wide warrant for Winardo Winteria Morris in relation…
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Man Charged in 48 Vehicle Break-and-Enters Across Mississauga: Peel Police

Man Charged in 48 Vehicle Break-and-Enters Across Mississauga: Peel Police

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Peel Regional Police have arrested and charged a man they allege is responsible for 48 vehicle break-and-enters in Mississauga. In a news release, police said they received “numerous reports” beginning in December 2025 about vehicle break-ins in the areas of Kimbermount Avenue, Aquitaine Avenue and Regents Terrace. Investigators from 11 Division’s Criminal Investigation Bureau, with assistance from the BEAR Unit and uniform patrol officers, conducted an extensive investigation into the incidents. On Jan. 26, police arrested 20-year-old Basil Ass’ad, who is listed as having no fixed address. He has been charged with: 48 counts of mischief over…
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