February 19,2026
RED FM News Desk
Police in the Town of Georgina say two firearms and a quantity of controlled substances were seized in two unrelated incidents within one week.
According to York Regional Police, the first incident took place at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, when officers conducting proactive patrol stopped a vehicle in the area of Highway 48 and High Street.
While speaking with the driver, observed open alcoholic beverages inside the vehicle. A subsequent search led officers to locate a loaded firearm along with a quantity of controlled substances.
The seizure follows a separate incident earlier in the week.
At about 3:50 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10, officers responded to a report of an intoxicated man seated in the back of a rideshare vehicle. When officers attempted to wake the individual, they located a loaded firearm. Police say a further search led to the seizure of additional controlled substances.
Investigators also allege the suspect was bound by probation orders for unrelated offences at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact York Regional Police’s #3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7341, or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or online at 1800222tips.com.
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