S.T.E.P. Patrols Result in Numerous Illegal Firearms Seized in Mississauga

Posted On Sunday March 23, 2025

Region of Peel – Officers from the Strategic Tactical Enforcement Policing (S.T.E.P.) team conducted three separate traffic stops and seized three loaded firearms and laid numerous firearm-related charges in less than 24 hours in Mississauga.  

On Saturday, March 22, 2025, S.T.E.P. officers were conducting proactive patrol in the area of Central Parkway and Confederation Parkway. During an investigation, officers located a loaded SIG P365 firearm with ammunition.

 

Ibrahim Al-Ahmad, a 23-year-old from Windsor, is charged with the following offences:

  • Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
  • Careless Storage of Firearm
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Fail to Comply with Release Order X2

Ibrahim Al-Ahmad was on conditions to remain in his residence at the time of his arrest.

A short time later, S.T.E.P. officers were conducting proactive patrol in the area of Central Parkway and Mavis Road. During an investigation, officers located a loaded Glock 43X handgun with ammunition.

A 16-year-old and 17-year-old young person are charged with the following offences:

  • Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device
  • Careless Storage of Firearm
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Fail to Properly Wear Seatbelt

A general provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (Y.C.J.A.) prohibits the release of a Young Person's name; therefore, the identity of the Young Person charged in this investigation is protected.

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, S.T.E.P. officers were conducting proactive patrol in the area of Shawson Drive and Atlantic Drive in the city of Mississauga. During an investigation, officers located a loaded Glock 19 handgun.

Michael Riggio, a 32-year-old from Mississauga, is charged with the following offences:

  • Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
  • Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device
  • Careless Storage of Firearm
  • Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
  • Possession of Firearm Contrary to Order X2
  • Unauthorized Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition X3

They were all held pending a bail hearing and attended the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.

“The S.T.E.P. team’s exceptional work has once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe. With multiple arrests, seized firearms, and numerous charges laid, the dangers posed by illegal firearms are clear. These incidents also highlight the urgent need for bail reform to prevent repeat offences and ensure lasting consequences for those who threaten public safety. We extend our gratitude to the Ministry of the Solicitor General for their invaluable support, which makes critical initiatives like this possible,” said Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah

S.T.E.P. was first introduced in 2007 through funding and support from the Government of Ontario. In 2022, Peel Regional Police received a further financial commitment of $1.5 million over three years from the Government of Ontario through the Gun and Gang strategy to enhance public safety by reducing gun and gang activity within the cities of Mississauga and Brampton.

Anyone with information about this matter can contact the Specialized Enforcement Bureau at (905) 453-2121, extension 3504. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477) or visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca. 

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