January 28, 2026
RED FM News Desk
York Regional Police have arrested four suspects and recovered stolen property valued at approximately $150,000 in connection with a string of residential break-and-enters across York Region. Police have also released video of the arrest.
According to a police news release, the investigation began in October 2025 after officers responded to a break-and-enter incident in Vaughan. Investigators identified four suspects believed to be involved, who were seen using a white Toyota RAV4 SUV during the alleged crimes. As the investigation progressed, the same vehicle and suspects were linked to nearly 20 residential break-ins in the cities of Markham, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill.
On Friday, January 23, 2026, police received information that the suspects were in the area of Chiltern Hill in Richmond Hill. With assistance from York Regional Police Air Support, officers observed the suspects exiting a residence through a second-storey window.
Police say that the officers on the ground stopped the suspect vehicle shortly afterward and arrested four individuals. Police recovered approximately $50,000 worth of stolen property from inside the vehicle. A search warrant was later executed at a residence connected to the suspects in Richmond Hill, where officers seized additional stolen property and offence-related items valued at $100,000.
The following individuals have been charged:
Zurab Gogua, 39, of Vaughan
Muiedin Ziizadinov, 33, of Toronto
Irakli Khitarovi, 34, of Richmond Hill
Gia Tchavtchavadze, 36, no fixed address
They face multiple charges, including 20 counts of break and enter with intent, 16 counts of possession of property obtained by crime, participation in a criminal organization, and possession of break-in instruments.
Police say the investigation remains ongoing and additional charges are anticipated.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the York Regional Police #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7545, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted anonymously online.
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