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Toronto Man Arrested with Weapons and Marijuana

4.03.2026 3,75 B 5 Mins Read
Toronto Man Arrested with Weapons and Marijuana

A Toronto man, identified as Phillip Michael Parker, 35, is facing multiple charges following a police operation that uncovered an arsenal of weapons and illicit substances at a residence located at Sheppard Avenue West and Weston Road. The operation took place on Monday, March 2, 2026, around 5:45 p.m., as authorities executed a search warrant at the specified address.

During the execution of the warrant, police reportedly discovered two loaded semi-automatic pistols, a loaded sawed-off shotgun, various ammunition, overcapacity firearm magazines, a substantial quantity of marijuana, and a considerable amount of cash. The findings highlight concerns over gun violence and drug-related activities within the community.

A firearm allegedly found after executing a search warrant at an address on Sheppard and Weston on March 2, 2026. HANDOUT/Toronto Police Service.

Parker has been charged with a range of offenses, emphasizing the severity of the situation. The charges include three counts each of possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized, possession of a prohibited device, possession of a prohibited/restricted weapon, possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm, and possession of a firearm while prohibited. Additionally, he faces charges of careless storage of firearms and ammunition, failure to comply with probation, possession of proceeds of crime, and possession for the purpose of selling cannabis.

  • Three counts of possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
  • Three counts of possession of a prohibited device
  • Three counts of possession of a prohibited/restricted weapon
  • Three counts of possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Three counts of possession of a firearm while prohibited
  • Three counts of careless storage of a firearm
  • Careless storage of ammunition
  • Fail to comply with probation
  • Possession of proceeds of crime
  • Possession for the purpose of selling (cannabis)
A firearm allegedly found after executing a search warrant at an address on Sheppard and Weston on March 2, 2026. HANDOUT/Toronto Police Service.

Parker was expected to appear in court on Tuesday, where further legal proceedings will take place. The incident raises significant concerns regarding public safety, illegal firearms, and the ongoing issues related to drug trafficking in the Toronto area.

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