York police dismantle stolen motor vehicle ring in Vaughan

York Regional Law enforcement (YRP) have arrested and charged four persons in link with an investigation into the arranged theft, re-vinning and trafficking of stolen motor vehicles at an vehicle shop in Vaughan.

Re-vinning refers to the apply of thieving a vehicle and placing what seems to be a genuine automobile identification amount (VIN) on the front sprint, then providing it to a 3rd social gathering who is unaware of the vehicle’s origins.

Police say the investigation commenced final month and targeted on the Royal Customs vehicle shop on Ritin Lane in Vaughan, which law enforcement suspected was remaining utilised for trafficking stolen autos.

Last week, YRP officers executed a look for warrant at the store and at the property of one of the suspects, foremost to the arrest of four folks and the place of numerous stolen autos.

Police identified two Variety Rovers, a Harley Davidson motorcycle and a 2022 Mercedes G Wagon AMG valued at $350,000.

“Officers also situated licence plates, re-vinning devices, files for modifying automobile registrations, numerous essential fobs for reprogramming and three semi-automated handguns with publications and ammunition,” YRP explained in a push launch.

Christian Pangan, 27, Kevin Abaya, 29, Chrisjann Doria, 23, all of Toronto, and Shawn Starr, 25, of East Gwillimbury have collectively been billed with 10 offences, like possession of home obtained by criminal offense and possession of a restricted firearm.

YRP say there is been an boost in auto thefts over the earlier numerous a long time and urge the community to abide by these safety suggestions:

• “If probable, park your car or truck in a locked garage, as the the greater part of the cars have been stolen from driveways.

• Use a steering wheel lock. It will also act as a obvious deterrent.

• Put in a lock on the knowledge port. This very simple system can be bought on the web and blocks accessibility to the computer system port wherever the burglars acquire obtain to reprogram the vehicle’s keys.

• Consider obtaining a high-quality video surveillance method. Make sure cameras are properly placed and working for working day and night time use. Familiarize on your own with the program so it can be reviewed and accessed straight away.”