Seven Arrested and More than 300 Charges Laid in Theft Investigation

Seven people have been arrested and face more than 300 charges in relation to a number of LCBO thefts.

In July 2025, the DRPS East Crime Team, and DRPS Regional Reporting Centre began a joint initiative to combat a high volume of retail thefts from local LCBO stores throughout Durham Region. The project, working closely in connection with the LCBO Resource Protection Unit, focused on larger scale theft rings where the suspects were repeat offenders.

The investigation resulted in seven arrests and more than 300 charges laid. Three additional suspects have been identified and are still outstanding.

The accused parties are responsible for approximately $50,000 in stolen merchandise.

A list of those charged and the wanted parties can be viewed here 

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact DRPS East Crime Team at 1-888-579-1520 ext.2735

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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