Media Releases

York Regional Police is warning the public about the increase of contaminants found in street drugs that could render naloxone ineffective. The warning follows three opioid-related deaths which occurred within 24 hours in March.
On March 5, 2025, officers responded to three separate incidents of drug-associated deaths in the Town of Georgina, the Town of Newmarket and the City of Vaughan.
A 44-year-old female from Newmarket died of a fentanyl overdose, despite four doses...
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Two men are facing numerous charges, including First Degree Murder, in relation to a March 2025 homicide in the City of Markham.
On Friday, March 7, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., police responded to a shooting at a residence on Solace Road. When officers arrived, they located a man and a woman inside the residence suffering from gunshot wounds. They were both transported to a trauma centre where the woman was pronounced deceased.
A dog was also shot inside the home...
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Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking four suspects after shots were fired during a home invasion in the Township of King.
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, at approximately 11:05 p.m., officers responded to a home invasion in the area of Highway 27 and Lloydtown-Aurora Road. Four suspects, armed with at least one firearm, forced their way into a residence by smashing the rear glass door.
Once inside, a victim was confronted and a struggle ensued....
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York Regional Police has seized a loaded firearm and charged a man with multiple offences after a traffic stop in the City of Vaughan.
On Saturday, March 29, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., officers were conducting proactive patrol in the area of Steeles Avenue West and Highway 400. Officers initiated a traffic stop and while speaking with the driver, the officers observed Cannabis readily available. As a result, officers searched the vehicle and occupants.
A male passenger...
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Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking five suspects following a home invasion in the City of Vaughan.
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, at approximately 2:15 a.m., officers responded to a home invasion in the area of Athabasca Drive and Hunterwood Chase in the City of Vaughan. Four suspects forced their way into the residence using a hammer, confronted the home owner and demanded keys to vehicles. At least one suspect was armed with a firearm.
The...
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