March 9, 2026
RED FM News Desk
Officers with the Peel Regional Police Strategic Tactical Enforcement Policing (STEP) team have arrested three men and seized a loaded handgun following a traffic stop in Mississauga.
Police said in a news release that the incident happened on March 6 at about 10:15 p.m. near Bristol Road West and Creditview Road, when police stopped a vehicle and observed occupants violating the Cannabis Control Act.
During the investigation, the occupants were asked to exit the vehicle for a search. One suspect allegedly fled on foot but was quickly arrested after a brief pursuit. Police say officers then recovered a loaded illegal handgun and a magazine containing ammunition.
The following individuals were arrested and charged:
Malik Laroche, 18, of Brampton
Jedidiah Henry, 19, of Brampton
David Eze, 22, of Mississauga
All three face multiple firearm-related charges, including unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition, and possession of a firearm with an altered serial number. Eze also faces an additional charge for having cannabis readily available in a vehicle.
Police say the seizure marks the 36th illegal firearm recovered by the STEP team in the past 11 months.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Specialized Enforcement Bureau at 905-453-2121 ext. 3504 or provide anonymous tips through Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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