Three young people are facing serious charges after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers seized a loaded firearm and drugs during a traffic stop on Highway 401 near Jane Street.
The incident unfolded when officers observed a vehicle being operated carelessly. Police say the driver initially failed to stop, prompting a brief pursuit. The vehicle eventually came to a halt, but not before the officer witnessed the driver switching seats with one of the passengers.
All three occupants — a 17-year-old male, an 18-year-old male, and an 18-year-old female — were taken into custody. A subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered a loaded firearm and an undisclosed quantity of drugs.
Investigators later determined that both male suspects were already out on bail for previous firearm-related offences. Police allege the pair were in breach of their bail conditions at the time of the arrest.
All three individuals are now facing multiple weapons-related charges and have been held for a bail hearing.
The OPP has not released the names of the accused due to the age of one of the suspects.
Firearm and drug seizure – A 17 and 18 year old male, and 18 year old female in custody after #TorontoOPP observed a vehicle being operated carelessly – Highway401/Jane.
The vehicle failed to stop for police and the officer later observed the driver switch seats one of the… pic.twitter.com/UtJTzYWckd
— OPP Highway Safety Division (@OPP_HSD) September 2, 2025