7 h. ago Toronto cops say 20 arrested, more than 100 charges in Project Yankee

Joint forces investigation leads to dismantling of tow truck crime group

Other

9 h. ago Wiretap investigation uncovers deadly tow truck turf war in Ontario

A major wiretap investigation has blown open a violent criminal network operating inside the Greater Toronto Area’s towing industry.

Economics

56 h. ago Violent extortion gang linked to Ontario towing turf war; many were on judicial release for other charges when arrested

'These threats escalated into a variety of different offences including drive-by shootings, arson, a variety of acts of violence that spread fear and insecurity'

Events

61 h. ago ‘Dozens of staged accidents’: Crime group linked to tow truck industry, extortions charged

Peel Regional Police say key members of a Brampton-based criminal organization allegedly responsible several extortion incidents and staged car accidents are facing charges.

Events

1 week ago Mass shooting at Toronto pub linked to fiery tow truck turf war and a band of young guns for hire

'This was a terrifying series of events for the victims and for our city — a group of individuals opening fire in public spaces, seemingly without hesitation'

Events

3 w. ago Several Edmonton tow truck companies charged with fraudulent billing

Police are continuing to investigate other possible tow truck companies for reports of fraud

Economics

4 w. ago Predatory towing leads to fraud charges against 11 Edmonton company owners

The Edmonton Police Service on Wednesday said it had charged 11 owners of 10 local tow truck companies in relation to fraudulent billing practices to insurance companies.

Economics