In a significant development, a man and a woman were apprehended following a Toronto police investigation into drug trafficking conducted in North York. The arrests took place on August 12, 2025, specifically in the vicinity of Sheppard Avenue and Don Mills Road.

According to police reports, the individuals were allegedly involved in drug trafficking activities linked to two separate addresses. During the operation, authorities executed arrests at both locations. At the first address, police detained a woman identified as Kayla Andrea Schetakis, a 31-year-old resident of Toronto. In her possession, officers seized two grams of cocaine along with two iPhones, indicating her alleged involvement in the trafficking operation.

At the second address, law enforcement officials arrested a man named Brandon Bernard-Ricketts, who is 30 years old and also from Toronto. In addition to his arrest, police confiscated a significant amount of narcotics and weapons. The haul included a semi-automatic handgun that was loaded with a magazine containing nine rounds, an extended magazine, approximately 130 grams of cocaine, and six grams of crack cocaine. Furthermore, authorities seized $1,850 in Canadian currency, a holster, an iPhone, packaging materials, and digital scales, all of which are commonly associated with drug trafficking activities.

In light of the evidence gathered, Kayla Andrea Schetakis faces multiple charges, including:

• Two counts of trafficking a Schedule I substance
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

She is scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, where the legal proceedings against her will begin.

On the other hand, Brandon Bernard-Ricketts faces an extensive list of charges that reflect the serious nature of the offenses he is implicated in. His charges include:

• Trafficking a Schedule I substance
• Two counts of possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000
• Two counts of possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
• Possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
• Possession of a prohibited device
• Careless storage of a firearm
• Careless storage of ammunition
• Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order

Brandon is also set to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre on August 13, 2025, where he will face the legal ramifications of the various charges pressed against him.

This investigation highlights the ongoing issues related to drug trafficking and firearms in urban areas, drawing attention to the law enforcement efforts dedicated to combating these illegal activities. The arrests serve as a reminder of the serious consequences associated with drug trafficking and the possession of illegal firearms, as both individuals will face significant legal challenges ahead.