Peel Regional Police (PRP) arrested three men for gun offences Friday evening following a traffic stop in Mississauga.
The incident occurred near Bristol Road West and Creditview Road at approximately 10:15 p.m., according to police.
“During the investigation, officers observed the occupants to be in violation of the Cannabis Control Act,” PRP stated Saturday. “The occupants were instructed to exit the vehicle for a search.”
Police added that one of the accused fled on foot, leading to a brief pursuit before the individual was taken into custody. During the search, a loaded illegal handgun and a magazine containing ammunition were located.
Those charged include 18-year-old Malik Laroche of Brampton, 19-year-old Jedidiah Henry of Brampton, and 22-year-old David Eze of Mississauga.
All three men face charges of 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, and Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition.
Malik Laroche as well faces a charge of carrying a concealed weapon, while David Eze faces an additional charge related to cannabis – having cannabis readily available in a vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What led to the arrests?
The arrests followed a traffic stop where officers observed the occupants to be in violation of the Cannabis Control Act.
What charges are the accused facing?
Malik Laroche, Jedidiah Henry, and David Eze are each charged with 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, and Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition. Laroche faces an additional charge of carrying a concealed weapon, and Eze faces an additional charge related to cannabis.
Where did the incident grab place?
The incident occurred near Bristol Road West and Creditview Road in Mississauga.
What impact might this case have on community safety initiatives?
