Peel Regional Police seized this handgun and have charged a 17-year-old from Brampton after two ride-share drivers were carjacked at gunpoint in March 2026. (Photo: PRP)
Police have charged a 17-year-old from Brampton after two ride-share drivers were carjacked at gunpoint earlier this month.
The first carjacking happened on March 1 around 7:50 p.m. after a ride-share driver picked up what they believed was a customer in the area of Cedar Lake Crescent, Peel Regional Police say.
But the passenger pulled out a handgun and forced the ride-share driver out of the vehicle, fleeing the area in the stolen ride.
Then a day later, a second ride-share driver was again robbed at gunpoint in the area of Salisbury Circle after picking up a passenger. The suspect again fled in the victim’s vehicle, which was located by officers nearby.
Police say the suspect fled on foot and ditched a loaded firearm before being arrested by officers.
The 17-year-old suspect from Brampton has been charged with multiple offences, including two counts each of robbery, disguise with intent, point firearm, and possession of firearm contrary to order.
The accused was held for a bail hearing in Brampton. The suspect’s identity has not been disclosed due to general provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Anyone with information about this incident can contact Peel Regional Police by calling 905-453-3311. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.
When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.
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