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Toronto Sun
22-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
Project Night Train puts brakes on violent criminal network
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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 or Sign in without password View more offers Article content The latest arrests were part of Project Night Train which police say brought down two interconnected criminal networks linked to violent home invasions and jewelry store robberies across the GTA. Last week, the force announced officers had rounded up a group of alleged home invaders as part of Project Ghost. Article content tap here to see other videos from our team. Try refreshing your browser, or Project Night Train puts brakes on violent criminal network Back to video tap here to see other videos from our team. Try refreshing your browser, or Play Video Article content Det. Justin Shoniker told reporters Tuesday about the heightened level of violence and brutality utilized during high-end vehicle rip-offs which have included a Mercedes G-Wagon, and a Lamborghini Urus; brazen jewellery store heists; and the thefts of high-end goods — such as Louis Vuitton bags — across the GTA , during an eight-month crime spree, between May to December of 2024. 'I think it just speaks to the level of profitability of what they are going for,' said Shoniker. 'There is a lot of money at stake and these offenders are getting money and there is competition.' 'And the level of violence is disturbing and that some of them are so young.' During 17 robberies, Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich said, 60 people, including nine children, were brutalized and 'experienced terror' during home invasions. Milinovich outlined a few of the home invasions that occurred with one happening on Oct. 15, 2024 in Mississauga's Glen Erin Dr.-Burnhamthorpe Rd. area, where three suspects burst into a home at 12:34 a.m. and shot the dwelling's owner, leaving him with life-altering injuries. Your Midday Sun Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. Sign Up By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Thanks for signing up! A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Your Midday Sun will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Article content Advertisement 3 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Project Night Train: Peel Police Shut Down Criminal Networks Tied to Brutal Home Invasions Read more: — Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) July 22, 2025 In a second brutal crime — a week later on Oct. 22 at 1:20 a.m. — two thugs followed a victim to his Brampton home in the Mississauga Rd.-Queen St. area and demanded his keys before trying to stealing his car. 'The victim was beaten unconscious in front of his family,' said Milinovich. 'And then was driven over with his car.' When Shoniker was asked how the name of Project Night Train came about, he explained all the crimes were at night and during one of the first home invasions, captured on home surveillance, one of investigators said 'they came through the front door like a train.' Recommended video tap here to see other videos from our team. Try refreshing your browser, or Play Video Asked whether there are any connections to a separate group of 13 suspects arrested during Project Ghost, a week ago on July 17, Shoniker alleged 'there is some connectivity between the two projects.' Advertisement 4 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content 'Two of the identified members, during Ghost, were involved with Project Night Train as well,' Shoniker claimed. The criminals, though organized, operated more like a group of separate cells, not in a so-called 'hierarchical' gang. Shocker said that Night Train would see their group 'sharing' members with each other during robberies and they didn't report up to higher-ups running the rip offs. Police said 12 people have been arrested and they now face a total of 136 charges with one suspect outstanding on a warrant. Six of those arrested include young offenders. Police estimate the amount of property stolen totals an estimated $2 million with just about $860,000 recovered. These facing a myriad of charges are: Burhan Abdulkadir, 29; Jason Cunningham, 30; Neli Deng-Akuk-Ngor, 19; and Hakeem Thomas, 23 — all from Toronto; Mohanja Ravori, 19, and two young offenders — ages 16 and 17 — from Brampton; Doneil Levy-Porter, 19, of no fixed address and a 16-year-old, from Shelburne. Three young people charged are from Mississauga, ages 15, 17 and 18, although the person was 17 at the time of an incident. Advertisement 5 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content An arrest warrant has also been issued for Ali Mahdi, 32, of Toronto. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown said he hopes word gets out that 'this is a very inconvenient place (Peel) to commit a crime in the country.' 'It is not, if you will be arrested — and those those responsible will be found — it is when.' Brown added he was 'particularly disappointed' that this was an example of the 'predatory nature' on young people and using them to commit crimes. 'Never underestimate how sophisticated organized crime is and they feel a young person will be treated differently,' said Brown. 'And there are loopholes in our justice system and and will take full advantage of it.' 'They will drive a luxury stolen car through those loopholes with determination.' Article content Share this article in your social network Read Next
Vancouver Sun
22-07-2025
- Vancouver Sun
Peel police announced 12 arrests, 136 charges in multiple home invasions
The Peel Regional Police on Tuesday announced a dozen arrests connected to 17 violent crimes that took place between May and December of 2024, and which resulted in the theft of almost $2 million in cars, jewellery, cash and more. Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich began the press conference by noting that the 17 home invasions and robberies affected some 60 victims, including nine children, many of whom suffered life-altering injuries and trauma. He said police had arrested 12 men in connection with the crimes, with a warrant out for a 13th. The operation, known as Project Night Train , led to 136 charges, including attempted murder, robbery, firearms-related charges, possession of property obtained by crime, and more. Of the $2 million in stolen property, investigators have recovered items worth roughly $860,000, including a Mercedes G-Wagon, Lamborghini Urus, designer bags such as Louis Vuitton, high-end jewellery, clothing and cash. Police also seized a loaded firearm and ammunition. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'If you come to Peel to target our community you can expect that we will come to you and remove you from our community,' Milinovich said. 'This type of activity doesn't belong in Peel. It is entirely unacceptable.' Police provided stark details of several of the crimes in question. In one, in the early morning hours of Oct. 15, 2024, three suspects forced their way into a home near Glen Erin Drive and Burnhamthorpe Road West in Mississauga. An altercation occurred and the victim was shot in the chest, after which the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle. The victim was taken to a trauma centre in life-threatening condition and later released with what the police described as life-altering injuries. In another incident, just a week later, two suspects followed victims into a home near Mississauga Road and Queen Street West in Brampton. The suspects forced entry, demanded keys to a luxury vehicle and assaulted one victim, rendering them unconscious. The second suspect then reversed the vehicle over the victim, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries but is expected to recover. Investigating officers said the arrested men formed a loose group of 'multiple and interchangeable' offenders whose crimes comprised a mix of organized crime (cars sent overseas for profit) and crimes of opportunity, in which the loot was used to fund the criminals' lifestyle or commit more offences. 'They take the proceeds from a crime and then rinse and repeat,' Milinovich said. 'They really do take that money and then invest it back into their business, which is crime.' Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton and a Peel Police Board member, said 'the disturbing violence and level of organization behind these crimes is deeply troubling. No one should have to endure such trauma, especially in the sanctity of their own home.' Brown was himself in the news last week when a man was arrested after allegedly threatening him. Police said they were notified of the threats in late June and provided Brown and his family with protection during the investigation. Yesterday's announcement was the second in a week by the Peel police, who on July 15 informed the public they had taken down an organized criminal network responsible for more than 15 violent home invasions involving high-end vehicle and jewellery thefts across the Greater Toronto Area, in an operation called Project Ghost . In the most recent case, police named six of the arrested men, who resided in Brampton and Toronto. (One had no fixed address.) The other six, from Mississauga, Brampton and Shelburne, Ont., could not be named because they are still youths. The youngest was 15. An arrest warrant has also been issued for a 32-year-old Toronto man. Seven of the accused were held for a bail hearing and remain in custody, while the others have since been released under various conditions. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our newsletters here .
Ottawa Citizen
22-07-2025
- Ottawa Citizen
Peel police announced 12 arrests, 136 charges in multiple home invasions
The Peel Regional Police on Tuesday announced a dozen arrests connected to 17 violent crimes that took place between May and December of 2024, and which resulted in the theft of almost $2 million in cars, jewellery, cash and more. Article content Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich began the press conference by noting that the 17 home invasions and robberies affected some 60 victims, including nine children, many of whom suffered life-altering injuries and trauma. He said police had arrested 12 men in connection with the crimes, with a warrant out for a 13th. The operation, known as Project Night Train, led to 136 charges, including attempted murder, robbery, firearms-related charges, possession of property obtained by crime, and more. Article content Article content Article content Of the $2 million in stolen property, investigators have recovered items worth roughly $860,000, including a Mercedes G-Wagon, Lamborghini Urus, designer bags such as Louis Vuitton, high-end jewellery, clothing and cash. Police also seized a loaded firearm and ammunition. Article content Article content 'If you come to Peel to target our community you can expect that we will come to you and remove you from our community,' Milinovich said. 'This type of activity doesn't belong in Peel. It is entirely unacceptable.' Article content Police provided stark details of several of the crimes in question. In one, in the early morning hours of Oct. 15, 2024, three suspects forced their way into a home near Glen Erin Drive and Burnhamthorpe Road West in Mississauga. An altercation occurred and the victim was shot in the chest, after which the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle. The victim was taken to a trauma centre in life-threatening condition and later released with what the police described as life-altering injuries. Article content Article content In another incident, just a week later, two suspects followed victims into a home near Mississauga Road and Queen Street West in Brampton. The suspects forced entry, demanded keys to a luxury vehicle and assaulted one victim, rendering them unconscious. The second suspect then reversed the vehicle over the victim, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries but is expected to recover. Article content Article content Investigating officers said the arrested men formed a loose group of 'multiple and interchangeable' offenders whose crimes comprised a mix of organized crime (cars sent overseas for profit) and crimes of opportunity, in which the loot was used to fund the criminals' lifestyle or commit more offences. Article content 'They take the proceeds from a crime and then rinse and repeat,' Milinovich said. 'They really do take that money and then invest it back into their business, which is crime.'
Edmonton Journal
22-07-2025
- Edmonton Journal
Peel police announced 12 arrests, 136 charges in multiple home invasions
The Peel Regional Police on Tuesday announced a dozen arrests connected to 17 violent crimes that took place between May and December of 2024, and which resulted in the theft of almost $2 million in cars, jewellery, cash and more. Article content Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich began the press conference by noting that the 17 home invasions and robberies affected some 60 victims, including nine children, many of whom suffered life-altering injuries and trauma. He said police had arrested 12 men in connection with the crimes, with a warrant out for a 13th. The operation, known as Project Night Train, led to 136 charges, including attempted murder, robbery, firearms-related charges, possession of property obtained by crime, and more. Article content Article content Article content Of the $2 million in stolen property, investigators have recovered items worth roughly $860,000, including a Mercedes G-Wagon, Lamborghini Urus, designer bags such as Louis Vuitton, high-end jewellery, clothing and cash. Police also seized a loaded firearm and ammunition. Article content Article content 'If you come to Peel to target our community you can expect that we will come to you and remove you from our community,' Milinovich said. 'This type of activity doesn't belong in Peel. It is entirely unacceptable.' Article content Police provided stark details of several of the crimes in question. In one, in the early morning hours of Oct. 15, 2024, three suspects forced their way into a home near Glen Erin Drive and Burnhamthorpe Road West in Mississauga. An altercation occurred and the victim was shot in the chest, after which the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle. The victim was taken to a trauma centre in life-threatening condition and later released with what the police described as life-altering injuries. Article content Article content In another incident, just a week later, two suspects followed victims into a home near Mississauga Road and Queen Street West in Brampton. The suspects forced entry, demanded keys to a luxury vehicle and assaulted one victim, rendering them unconscious. The second suspect then reversed the vehicle over the victim, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries but is expected to recover. Article content Article content Investigating officers said the arrested men formed a loose group of 'multiple and interchangeable' offenders whose crimes comprised a mix of organized crime (cars sent overseas for profit) and crimes of opportunity, in which the loot was used to fund the criminals' lifestyle or commit more offences. Article content 'They take the proceeds from a crime and then rinse and repeat,' Milinovich said. 'They really do take that money and then invest it back into their business, which is crime.'
National Post
22-07-2025
- National Post
Peel police announced 12 arrests, 136 charges in multiple home invasions
The Peel Regional Police on Tuesday announced a dozen arrests connected to 17 violent crimes that took place between May and December of 2024, and which resulted in the theft of almost $2 million in cars, jewellery, cash and more. Article content Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich began the press conference by noting that the 17 home invasions and robberies affected some 60 victims, including nine children, many of whom suffered life-altering injuries and trauma. He said police had arrested 12 men in connection with the crimes, with a warrant out for a 13th. The operation, known as Project Night Train, led to 136 charges, including attempted murder, robbery, firearms-related charges, possession of property obtained by crime, and more. Article content Article content Article content Of the $2 million in stolen property, investigators have recovered items worth roughly $860,000, including a Mercedes G-Wagon, Lamborghini Urus, designer bags such as Louis Vuitton, high-end jewellery, clothing and cash. Police also seized a loaded firearm and ammunition. Article content Article content 'If you come to Peel to target our community you can expect that we will come to you and remove you from our community,' Milinovich said. 'This type of activity doesn't belong in Peel. It is entirely unacceptable.' Article content Police provided stark details of several of the crimes in question. In one, in the early morning hours of Oct. 15, 2024, three suspects forced their way into a home near Glen Erin Drive and Burnhamthorpe Road West in Mississauga. An altercation occurred and the victim was shot in the chest, after which the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle. The victim was taken to a trauma centre in life-threatening condition and later released with what the police described as life-altering injuries. Article content Article content In another incident, just a week later, two suspects followed victims into a home near Mississauga Road and Queen Street West in Brampton. The suspects forced entry, demanded keys to a luxury vehicle and assaulted one victim, rendering them unconscious. The second suspect then reversed the vehicle over the victim, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries but is expected to recover. Article content Article content Investigating officers said the arrested men formed a loose group of 'multiple and interchangeable' offenders whose crimes comprised a mix of organized crime (cars sent overseas for profit) and crimes of opportunity, in which the loot was used to fund the criminals' lifestyle or commit more offences. Article content 'They take the proceeds from a crime and then rinse and repeat,' Milinovich said. 'They really do take that money and then invest it back into their business, which is crime.' Article content Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton and a Peel Police Board member, said 'the disturbing violence and level of organization behind these crimes is deeply troubling. No one should have to endure such trauma, especially in the sanctity of their own home.'
