Region of Peel\u00a0\u2013 Officers from the 21 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) have arrested and charged a man following a shooting in Brampton.<\/p>\n
On Monday, April 6, at approximately 11:50 a.m., officers responded to a report of a possible carjacking in the area of Central Park Drive and Glenvale Boulevard. It was reported that two suspects attempted to carjack a vehicle with two occupants. The victims were able to flee in the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Following a foot pursuit, a male suspect was arrested. During the arrest, the suspect was found to have a loaded illegal firearm in his possession, which was capable of automatic fire.<\/p>\n
The second suspect is still outstanding. He is described as a Black male, wearing dark clothing.<\/p>\n
It was determined that the victims, both males in their 20s, were shot during the incident, one male sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and one male remains in critical condition.<\/p>\n
Naesean Okoko, 19, of Brampton, has been arrested and held pending a bail hearing on the following charges:<\/p>\n
Attempt Murder using Firearm
\nAggravated Assault
\nDischarge Firearm with Intent
\nUnauthorized Possession of Firearm
\nKnowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
\nPossession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing Its Possession is Unauthorized X2
\nPossession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
\nPossession of Opioid<\/p>\n
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact investigators with the 21 Division CIB at 905-453-2121, ext. 2133. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting\u00a0peelcrimestoppers.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n SOCIAL MEDIA\u00a0<\/p>\n MEDIA CONTACT<\/p>\n