Peel Regional Police (PRP) conducted an operation on Friday evening that led to the arrest of three men in Mississauga for various gun-related offenses. The incident took place around 10:15 p.m. near the intersection of Bristol Road West and Creditview Road.
According to the police, the traffic stop initiated due to a violation of the Cannabis Control Act. During the investigation, officers required the occupants of the vehicle to exit for a search. At that point, one of the suspects attempted to flee on foot, prompting a brief pursuit. The individual was subsequently apprehended, and a loaded illegal handgun along with a magazine containing ammunition was discovered during the search.
The arrested individuals include 18-year-old Malik Laroche, 19-year-old Jedidiah Henry, both from Brampton, and 22-year-old David Eze of Mississauga. They face multiple charges, which include:
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Possession of a Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Occupant of a Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition (X2)
- Possess Firearm with Altered Serial Number
- Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
Additionally, Laroche faces a separate charge for carrying a concealed weapon, while Eze has been charged with having cannabis readily available in a vehicle under his control.
This incident underscores the continuous efforts of law enforcement to address illegal firearms and enhance community safety, as highlighted by PRP Chief Nishan Duraiappah's remarks about the actions of officers and the specialized STEP team involved in this operation.
