23 Division: A New Police Division Built for Brampton’s Growth
Peel Regional Police has opened 23 Division in Brampton, its first new division since 1987, with room for up to 500 officers and civilian members and a free community room. It opens to the public December 12.
Project High Guard: 21 Violent Carjackings, 10 Arrests, 128 Charges
Project High Guard took down a network police allege was behind 21 violent carjackings across the GTA. 10 arrests, 128 charges, 15 stolen vehicles recovered and 4 illegal guns off our streets.
Tackling Organized Retail Crime
Retail theft charges in Peel are on pace to pass last year’s total. Peel Regional Police is expanding its BEAR Unit to every division in Brampton and Mississauga in 2027 to take on the organized networks behind it.
Project Red Zone Takes 23 Illegal Guns Off GTA Streets
Project Red Zone, a nine month undercover operation by Peel Regional Police, has taken 23 illegal guns off GTA streets, including one linked to a Mississauga homicide. Fifteen of those guns were traced to the United States, which is why stopping them at the border has to be a priority.
Bail Reform Is Now Law — A Step Forward for Safer Communities
Bill C-14 is a major step forward for public safety, strengthening bail and sentencing laws for repeat violent offenders involved in crimes such as auto theft, extortion, home invasions, firearms offences, and organized crime. Brampton’s advocacy helped shape this reform, ensuring the realities facing residents, victims’ families, and frontline police officers were brought directly to decision-makers in Ottawa.
Project Icarus Shows Why Public Trust and Accountability Matter
Project Icarus is a powerful reminder that public trust depends on accountability, proper credentials, and strong oversight. Peel Regional Police’s complex fraud and forgery investigation shows that no one is above the law and that those who violate public trust will be held accountable.
Bill C-22: Why Lawful Access Matters for Safer Communities
Organized crime is using modern technology to target families and businesses, while police are often forced to wait weeks for critical digital evidence needed to stop violent crimes and extortion. Bill C-22 would provide law enforcement with modern lawful access tools to help protect residents, prevent more victims, and keep communities safe.
Combatting Crime in Peel Region and Canada
Community safety is the number one issue I hear from residents in Brampton, and it continues to be my top priority. As our city has grown, we’ve made historic investments in policing, modern technology, and new infrastructure to keep pace. From hiring hundreds of new officers to strengthening emergency response and tackling issues like auto theft, real progress is being made. Here’s how we’re taking action to build a safer community for everyone.
Big Changes for Public Safety in Peel — Why It Matters
Peel Police just completed the biggest hiring effort in its history, and residents will feel the impact. From faster 911 responses to safer neighbourhoods, this milestone marks a major step forward for community safety.
Major Drug and Weapons Seizure in Peel: Mayor Commends Community Intervention and Response Team
Peel Police’s CIRT team has taken over $1 million in dangerous drugs, a loaded handgun, and more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition off our streets through Project Winner, a community-driven investigation that began with a resident’s tip. Mayor Patrick Brown says the operation “isn’t just about drugs or guns—it’s about saving lives and sending a clear message that traffickers will be held accountable.”