Project Toretto: Nearly 200 Charges Laid in Mississauga Break and Enter Investigation
Region of Peel – Investigators from the 12 Division Break and Enter Unit have arrested two young offenders following a series of break and enter incidents targeting commercial businesses in Mississauga.
Between November 2025 and January 2026, police received reports of more than 35 break and enter incidents. During these offences, various vehicles were used, including a 2007 silver Acura RDX and a 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
As part of an extensive investigation known as Project Toretto, officers executed four search warrants on Feb. 10 at three Mississauga residences and on one vehicle. The searches led to the arrest of two young offenders and the recovery of more than $50,000 in stolen property, including jackets, shoes, perfumes and other cosmetic products.
The first young offender was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Break, Enter and Commit Indictable Offence x22
- Break and Enter With Intent to Commit Indictable Offence x3
- Disguise With Intent x28
- Possession of Break and Enter Tools x26
- Mischief Over $5000 x4
The second young offender was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Break, Enter and Commit Indictable Offence x17
- Break and Enter With Intent to Commit Indictable Offence x3
- Disguise with Intent x24
- Possession of Break and Enter Tools x23
- Mischief Over $5000 x4
Both arrested young offenders were held pending a bail hearing.
A third young offender has been identified and is wanted for the following offences:
- Break, Enter and Commit Indictable Offence x8
- Break and Enter with Intent to Commit Indictable Offence x4
- Disguise with Intent x12
- Possession of Break and Enter Tools x12
In total, the three young offenders face 190 charges related to this investigation.
A general provision of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) prohibits the release of the name of a young person. As such, the identities of the young persons involved in this investigation are protected.
Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the 12 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at (905) 453–2121, ext. 1233. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.
QUICK FACTS
- More than 35 businesses targeted between November 2025 and January 2026
- Three young offenders facing 190 charges related to this investigation
- More than $50,000 in stolen property recovered
QUOTE
“Break and enters have a real and lasting impact on residents and local businesses, and no one should feel unsafe in their own community. Project Toretto reflects the commitment of our officers to identifying those responsible and restoring a sense of security to the affected neighbourhoods. Through strong investigative work and continued responsiveness and presence, we remain focused on preventing further offences and protecting the people we serve.”
— Deputy Chief Marc Andrews, Peel Regional Police
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