News

The Peel Regional Police News page serves as an official source of information for both the public and media. This section provides timely and accurate access to news releases, media advisories, and community updates related to policing initiatives and public safety in the Region of Peel. Members of the media and the community are encouraged to refer to this page for verified information on Peel Regional Police operations, programs, and events.

News Releases

Arrest Made in Vandalism of Tamil Genocide Memorial in Brampton
Region of Peel – Investigators from the Peel Regional Police Hate Crime Unit have arrested and charged a young offender after the Tamil Genocide Memorial at Chinguacousy Park was vandalized with derogatory spray-painted messages.

Thursday, April 02, 2026
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Man Arrested in Connection with 31 Break-and-Enters Across Peel Region

Region of Peel — Investigators with the Break and Enter Auto Response (BEAR) Unit have arrested a ma...

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Peel police cruiser splashing through puddle

Peel Police Appeal for Victims Witnesses in Robert Land Academy Investigation

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police’s Special Victims Unit is leading an investigation into allege...

Monday, March 30, 2026

Firearm Seized During Traffic Stop; 30 Guns Removed From Peel Streets This Year

Region of Peel – Officers from 12 Division’s Community Intervention and Response Team (CIRT) seized ...

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Driver Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle, Fleeing from Police

Region of Peel – Officers from the Safer Roads Team (SRT) have arrested a prolific dangerous driver ...

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

In Memoriam: Passing of Active Police Service Dog Kylo

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police is saddened to announce the passing of active Police Service D...

Monday, March 23, 2026

Project Stratis: $800,000 in Stolen Vehicles Recovered Before Shipment Overseas

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Central Robbery Bureau have recovered eight vehicles before ...

Monday, March 23, 2026

Project Hashtag: Brampton Man Arrested for Fraud Scheme Targeting Individuals with Temporary Immigration Status PR250281108

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Fraud Bureau have arrested and charged a Brampton man in con...

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Arrest Made in Mississauga Hotel Robbery Investigation; Two Suspects Outstanding

Region of Peel – Officers from the 12 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) have made an arre...

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Peel Police Recover $30,000 in Stolen Property in Retail Theft Investigation

Officers from 12 Division have arrested and charged a Brampton man in connection with a series of th...

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Public’s Assistance Sought for Mississauga Targeted Arsons

Officers from the 11 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) are requesting the public’s assis...

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Featured Stories

In Memoriam: Passing of Active Police Service Dog Kylo

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police is saddened to announce the passing of active Police Service D...

Monday, March 23, 2026

Peel Regional Police Awarded GeoTab Innovation Award

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police has earned national recognition with a 2026 Geotab Innovation ...

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Peel Police’s BEAR Unit Shows Early Impact on Organized Property Crime

In the first three months of the pilot, the Break and Enter and Auto Response (BEAR) Unit has made s...

Wednesday, February 04, 2026

Project Crackdown (Video)

After a surge in break-and-enters, investigators at Peel Regional Police launched Project Crackdown ...

Monday, December 15, 2025

In Memoriam: Passing of Retired Police Services Dog Qaybre

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police is sad to announce the recent and unexpected passing of retire...

Thursday, December 04, 2025

Peel Regional Police Named One of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2026

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police has been recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top 100 Employ...

Tuesday, December 02, 2025

Crime Prevention Week: Peel Police Crime Prevention Efforts Lead to Drop in Pharmacy Robberies

Region of Peel - This Crime Prevention Week, Peel Regional Police is highlighting how prevention mea...

Monday, November 03, 2025

Peel Police Service Board Approves 2026 Budget to Enhance the Safety of Communities — Today and in the Future

Region of Peel - The Peel Police Service Board has approved the 2026 police budget — a 9.9 per cent ...

Friday, October 24, 2025

Peel Police’s 2024 Use of Force Report Links Disparities to Crime Severity and Social Determinants of Justice

Note: A backgrounder with additional information follows this release. Region of Peel -The Peel Poli...

Friday, September 26, 2025

Chiefs of Police Release Recommendations to Reduce Violent Offences and the Impact on Communities

Region of Peel - Peel Regional Police and the Peel Police Service Board hosted Ontario's first polic...

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

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In Memoriam

Bancroft Anthony Wright

Constable Bancroft Wright dedicated 18 years of his life to Peel Regional Police and serving the residents of Peel Region. He was an iconic figure within our community and was well known for his work as a Public and Media Relations Officer. We will never forget you; you will remain forever in our hearts.

Rest in Peace

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