Peel Police Seize Another Illegal Firearm Following Traffic Stop

Saturday, March 07, 2026

Region of Peel – Officers from the Strategic Tactical Enforcement Policing (STEP) team located a loaded firearm and have arrested three men following a traffic stop in Mississauga. This marks the 36^th illegal firearm the STEP team has seized in the last 11 months.

On March 6 at approximately 10:15 pm, officers investigated a vehicle in the area of Bristol Road West and Creditview Road. During the investigation, officers observed the occupants to be in violation of the Cannabis Control Act.

The occupants were instructed to exit the vehicle for a search. One of the accused parties fled on foot, a brief foot pursuit ensued, and the accused person was taken into custody. During the search of the accused, a loaded illegal handgun and a magazine containing ammunition were located.

As a result, the following individuals were arrested and charged:

Malik Laroche, an 18-year-old man from Brampton

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
Carry Concealed Weapon

Jedidiah Henry, a 19- year-old man from Brampton

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

· David Eze, a 22-year-old man from Mississauga

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
Have Care or Control of a Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Specialized Enforcement Bureau at 905-453-2121, ext. 3504. Information may also be provided anonymously through Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at peelcrimestoppers.ca.

QUICK FACTS

Peel Regional Police’s STEP program is a specialized unit focused on combatting violent crime, with a mission to disrupt, dismantle, and supress gang activity, organized crime, and gun violence.
The STEP program is made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General.
In the last 11 months, STEP officers have seized 36 illegal firearms off the streets.

QUOTE

“Every night, Peel Regional Police officers make a difference in our community. Last night was no different. Thanks to our STEP team officers for keeping illegal firearms out of the hands of violent criminals and making our community a safer place for all.”

- Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police

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