Crown prosecutors have stayed charges for six people involved in high-profile violence between rival tow-truck companies in the Greater Toronto Area, despite being accused of more than 70 criminal acts of arson, murder, and property damage.
In February 2020, the York Regional Police (YRP) launched Project Platinum in response to violence and criminal activities between the towing companies. Police say the conflict led to arsons, assaults, murders, attempted murders, threats, and property damage.
Following months of investigation, 30 search warrants were executed resulting in the seizure of 11 tow trucks, over 40 firearms, several kilograms of illicit drugs, and more than $500,000 in cash.
In May 2020, YRP announced 20 arrests as part of the investigation with support from the Ontario Provincial Police, the Toronto Police Service, and the Canada Revenue Agency.
