10 people arrested in GTA carjacking investigation linked to criminal ring: police

Dubbed Project High Guard, police focused on 21 incidents of vehicle thefts between June of 2025 and April of this year. Police say that in some instances, knives and firearms were used by the accused, with some victims physically assaulted. While unveiling their findings, Peel Police showed video of one of the carjackings in Brampton from last summer involving the driver of a Rolls Royce of the victim physically assaulted in broad daylight. The victim suffered physical injuries as a result of this attack, and this video demonstrates the violence used in these offenses and the danger faced by the victims and how quickly these incidents can occur and escalate. In addition to the 15 stolen vehicles, with a total value of about $1.4 million being recovered, officers uncovered a coordinated criminal network they allege was planning, directing, and profiting from the crimes. This was a group that we allege was identifying cars for theft for sale on the criminal market. even recovering a vehicle at the Port of Montreal for export outside of the country. Investigators followed the evidence, built a strong case, and stayed focused on the people causing the most harm to our community. While acknowledging the safety concerns many residents have expressed, the Chief pointed to a sharp drop in auto theft since their peak in 2023. Since then, we have seen a 50% reduction in auto theft, And then just 10% reduction additional since last year. The 10 accused, including two minors, were charged after police executed a series of search warrants in early September. With support from the OPP, Toronto, Hamilton and Halton Police Services, the investigation is ongoing. Dana Roberts, CBC News, Brampton.