News Archive

NOTE: Please see  video  of Deputy Chief Marc Andrews providing an overview of the investigation.
Region of Peel   – Investigators from the 11 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 30-year-old Marlon Downey, an outstanding suspect connected to an ongoing kidnapping investigation in Mississauga.
Downey is described as 5’10” and 170 lbs, with black hair, brown eyes, medium...
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Region of Peel   – In a continued effort to enhance road safety, Peel Regional Police is partnering with neighbouring police services to help eliminate street racing and other high-risk driving behaviours through Project ERASE (Eliminating Racing Activities on Streets Everywhere).
This annual, multijurisdictional enforcement campaign focuses on high-visibility, strategic operations to address street racing, stunt driving and illegal car rallies across the Greater...
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Please see video showcasing the new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer Electric Police Pursuit Vehicle.
Region of Peel   – Peel Regional Police has introduced the service’s first-ever electric patrol vehicle, a groundbreaking addition to its automotive fleet and the next step in electric vehicle expansion.
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer Electric Police Pursuit Vehicle was deployed on April 24, 2025, furthering the service’s commitment to sustainability...
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Please see video  of Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich providing an update on organized auto theft in the Region of Peel.
Region of Peel — Peel Regional Police has recovered almost half of the vehicles stolen in the region since the beginning of the 2025, with a total value of $26 million.
In addition, 479 auto theft-related charges have been laid against 257 individuals.
In 2022, rates of organized auto theft began to increase in the region, a trend...
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Region of Peel   – The Peel Police Foundation has officially launched – a new nonprofit organization that will raise charitable funds to support community partners in their efforts to address the critical needs of Peel Region.
The foundation will work closely with community partners to expand programs and services to better respond to issues like mental health, addiction, homelessness, youth engagement, and intimate partner violence.
“The region...
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