(INNISFIL, On) –The South Simcoe Police Service is providing an update to an investigation previously reported in a media release issued on February 12, 2026.
On February 7, 2026, the South Simcoe Police Service received a report of a home invasion at a residence in the area of Ferguson Street and Benson Street in the Town of Innisfil.
Three suspects, armed with firearms forced entry into the residence, while a fourth suspect waited in a vehicle. Five occupants of the residence were confined at gunpoint while the suspects searched for a safe containing a quantity of Canadian currency. During the incident, the occupants were assaulted, cellular telephones were stolen, and rooms were ransacked. The suspects fled the scene in separate vehicles, one of which was stolen from the driveway of the residence.
Responding officers later observed one of the suspect vehicles travelling westbound on Benson Street. The vehicle subsequently stopped after striking a snowbank, and the lone occupant fled the area on foot. Police canine attended the scene, and a perimeter was established; however, the suspect was not located.
The vehicle stolen from the driveway was later involved in an unrelated incident in the Town of Peterborough and was recovered by the Ontario Provincial Police near the City of Cobourg after being stopped by officers.
After a lengthy investigation, six suspects were identified and face a combined total of 106 Criminal Charges. At this time, four suspects have been arrested and charged.
A 32-year-old male from Brampton has been charged with the following offences:
- Robbery with a Firearm x 5
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was a Firearm
- Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
- Break & Enter Dwelling House
- Dangerous Operation
- Disguise with Intent
- Flight from Peace Officer
- Fraud Over $5000.00
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Perjury
- Public Mischief – Report Offence Which had not been Committed x 2
Two 19-year-old males from Durham Region, and a 19-year-old male from Northumberland County have each been charged with the following offences:
- Robbery with a Firearm x 5
- Point Firearm x 5
- Forcible Confinement x 5
- Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Careless Use of a Firearm
- Firearm used while Committing an Offence
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
- Break & Enter Dwelling House
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000.00
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000.00
- Theft of Motor Vehicle
- Mischief Under $5000.00
- Disguise with Intent
Arrest warrants have been issued for two suspects who remain outstanding.
This investigation reflects the dedication and professionalism of our investigators, who worked tirelessly to identify those responsible. Their thorough investigative efforts and determination to hold individuals accountable reflect our ongoing commitment to public safety and protecting our communities.
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Media Contact: Samah Othman, Corporate Communications Specialist
Email: samah.othman@southsimcoepolice.ca