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Global News
a day ago
- Global News
Crime ring exchanged stolen baby formula for drugs in Mississauga, Ont.: police
Police say 11 people face charges after an investigation into drug trafficking in Mississauga, Ont., that allegedly involved exchanging stolen baby formula and other products for drugs. Peel Regional Police say the four-month investigation, dubbed Project Bengal, revealed an organized crime group responsible for trafficking of drugs and thefts from retail businesses in the city's Meadowvale area. Investigators say suspects were allegedly stealing high-demand baby products, including formula and vitamins, to exchange them for drugs. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Police say they used security footage and other investigative techniques to identify key suspects and two properties used for storing stolen products and to consume drugs. They say officers seized over half a kilogram of cocaine and a variety of other illicit drugs, along with a significant amount of stolen items and proceeds of crime. Police say about $30,000 worth of stolen merchandise was recovered and returned. Story continues below advertisement They say 11 people have been arrested and charged with offences related to drugs and stolen property. Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief Marc Andrews said officers were able to make the arrests thanks to help from community members. 'Complaints from the community, combined with increased police presence by our 11 Division Community Incident Response Team (CIRT), enabled the dismantling of an organized crime group targeting commercial retail businesses and trafficking drugs,' he said in a statement. 'This investigation demonstrates the power of collaboration, and the vital role community trust plays in keeping our neighbourhoods safe.'
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Crime ring exchanged stolen baby formula for drugs in Mississauga, Ont.: police
Police say 11 people face charges after an investigation into drug trafficking in Mississauga, Ont., that allegedly involved exchanging stolen baby formula and other products for drugs. Peel Regional Police say the four-month investigation, dubbed Project Bengal, revealed an organized crime group responsible for trafficking of drugs and thefts from retail businesses in the city's Meadowvale area. Investigators say suspects were allegedly stealing high-demand baby products, including formula and vitamins, to exchange them for drugs. Police say they used security footage and other investigative techniques to identify key suspects and two properties used for storing stolen products and to consume drugs. They say officers seized over half a kilogram of cocaine and a variety of other illicit drugs, along with a significant amount of stolen items and proceeds of crime. Police say about $30,000 worth of stolen merchandise was recovered and returned. They say 11 people have been arrested and charged with offences related to drugs and stolen property. Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief Marc Andrews said officers were able to make the arrests thanks to help from community members. 'Complaints from the community, combined with increased police presence by our 11 Division Community Incident Response Team (CIRT), enabled the dismantling of an organized crime group targeting commercial retail businesses and trafficking drugs,' he said in a statement. 'This investigation demonstrates the power of collaboration, and the vital role community trust plays in keeping our neighbourhoods safe.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 28, 2025.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Crime ring exchanged stolen baby formula for drugs in Mississauga, Ont.: police
Police say 11 people face charges after an investigation into drug trafficking in Mississauga, Ont., that allegedly involved exchanging stolen baby formula and other products for drugs. Peel Regional Police say the four-month investigation, dubbed Project Bengal, revealed an organized crime group responsible for trafficking of drugs and thefts from retail businesses in the city's Meadowvale area. Investigators say suspects were allegedly stealing high-demand baby products, including formula and vitamins, to exchange them for drugs. Police say they used security footage and other investigative techniques to identify key suspects and two properties used for storing stolen products and to consume drugs. They say officers seized over half a kilogram of cocaine and a variety of other illicit drugs, along with a significant amount of stolen items and proceeds of crime. Police say about $30,000 worth of stolen merchandise was recovered and returned. They say 11 people have been arrested and charged with offences related to drugs and stolen property. Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief Marc Andrews said officers were able to make the arrests thanks to help from community members. 'Complaints from the community, combined with increased police presence by our 11 Division Community Incident Response Team (CIRT), enabled the dismantling of an organized crime group targeting commercial retail businesses and trafficking drugs," he said in a statement. "This investigation demonstrates the power of collaboration, and the vital role community trust plays in keeping our neighbourhoods safe.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 28, 2025. Maan Alhmidi, The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
Crime ring exchanged stolen baby formula for drugs in Mississauga, Ont.: police
Police say 11 people face charges after an investigation into drug trafficking in Mississauga, Ont., that allegedly involved exchanging stolen baby formula and other products for drugs. Peel Regional Police say the four-month investigation, dubbed Project Bengal, revealed an organized crime group responsible for trafficking of drugs and thefts from retail businesses in the city's Meadowvale area. Investigators say suspects were allegedly stealing high-demand baby products, including formula and vitamins, to exchange them for drugs. Police say they used security footage and other investigative techniques to identify key suspects and two properties used for storing stolen products and to consume drugs. They say officers seized over half a kilogram of cocaine and a variety of other illicit drugs, along with a significant amount of stolen items and proceeds of crime. Police say about $30,000 worth of stolen merchandise was recovered and returned. Monday Mornings The latest local business news and a lookahead to the coming week. They say 11 people have been arrested and charged with offences related to drugs and stolen property. Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief Marc Andrews said officers were able to make the arrests thanks to help from community members. 'Complaints from the community, combined with increased police presence by our 11 Division Community Incident Response Team (CIRT), enabled the dismantling of an organized crime group targeting commercial retail businesses and trafficking drugs,' he said in a statement. 'This investigation demonstrates the power of collaboration, and the vital role community trust plays in keeping our neighbourhoods safe.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 28, 2025.
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Toronto Sun
CRIMESCENE: Drugs and stolen baby formula seized in Peel Region bust, say cops
Peel Regional Police say officers seized, drugs, stolen baby formula and other items in a recent bust. This image was taken from a YouTube video issued by the force. (Peel Regional Police) A four-month investigation of an alleged criminal group accused of trading stolen baby formula for drugs has resulted in charges against 11 people, say Peel Regional Police. Police said Monday that the investigation — dubbed Project Bengal — was triggered by a community complaint from Mississauga's Meadowvale area. 'The investigation revealed an organized crime group involved in both drug trafficking and targeting commercial retail businesses,' police alleged in a statement. 'The group was allegedly stealing high-demand baby product, such as baby formula and vitamins, from local retailers and exchanging them for drugs.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The investigation culminated in the execution of two search warrants in which officers say they seized drugs, including 500 grams of cocaine, as well as $30,000 worth of stolen property — baby formula, diapers and other items — and more than $34,000 in cash. Police said 11 people face 33 charges. Man wanted for criminal harassment Toronto Police say Spencer Davis, 28, of no fixed address, is wanted for criminal harassment. Toronto Police say they're looking for a man who allegedly harassed a victim repeatedly during a two-year period. Police said officers were called to the Coxwell Ave.-Dundas St. area on June 27 to deal with harassment allegations. 'Between August 2023 and June 2025, the suspect (allegedly) harassed the victim on many occasions the suspect and the victim are known to each other,' said a police statement. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Spencer Davis, 28, of no fixed address, is wanted for criminal harassment. Recommended video Woman allegedly found with drugs after located in stolen pickup truck: Cops A 30-year-old Oshawa woman faces a slew of charges after police allegedly spotted her getting out of a stolen pickup truck. Durham Regional Police said Monday that officers spotted a stolen pickup truck in Oshawa's Albany-Front Sts. area last Thursday. 'A female got out the vehicle and went to a store where she got clothing in an attempt to change her appearance,' police alleged in a statement. Officers alleged she was in possession of drugs, including more than 60 grams of crystal meth, and that they also found stolen identification and bank cards. April Lessard faces 66 charges, including possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of stolen credit cards and failing to comply with a probation order. She was held for a bail hearing. World Golf World Wrestling Celebrity
