Halton Police Seize Firearms in a Theft Investigation That Began in Milton

An investigation that started with a pair of thefts in Milton has ended with firearms seized and two men facing a long list of charges, Halton Regional Police say. None of the allegations have been tested in court.

What Happened

According to Halton Regional Police, the case began on September 2, when two suspects allegedly broke into a parked vehicle in Milton and took cash and valuables, including a watch. The next day, police say the same two allegedly took cash from a guest-services drawer at Elements Casino in Milton and fled when security approached.

Investigators with the 1 District Street Crime Unit identified two suspects and, on October 1, executed a search warrant at a North York home where both men were arrested. Police say they seized a Glock 17 handgun and a Norinco Type 56 rifle, each with a loaded magazine, along with a spring-assisted knife described as a prohibited device, and recovered items taken from the Milton vehicle. Police say the handgun was stolen.

Key Details

• Police say the investigation began with a vehicle break-in in Milton on September 2 and a theft at Elements Casino on September 3.

• Two accused, Iraklii Shariia, 38, and Davit Kukhilava, 47, both of North York, were arrested October 1 at a North York residence.

• Seized: a Glock 17 handgun and a Norinco Type 56 rifle, each with a loaded magazine, plus a prohibited knife.

• Charges include unauthorized possession of a firearm, unsafe storage, possession of a prohibited/restricted firearm with ammunition, possession of a prohibited device, possession of property obtained by crime, and theft.

• Police say the seized handgun was stolen, and recovered property taken from the Milton vehicle.

• Both men were held pending a bail hearing; none of the charges have been proven in court.

Community Impact

Police say strong investigative work linked relatively small thefts to the recovery of loaded firearms, including a stolen handgun, taking them out of the community. Cases like this show how a local theft report can lead to a much larger result.

Anyone with information can contact the 1 District Street Crime Unit at 905-825-4777, ext. 2416, or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Background

In Canada, a criminal charge is an allegation, and anyone charged is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. This summary reflects information released by Halton Regional Police.

Source: Halton Regional Police Service — https://www.haltonpolice.ca/news-releases/posts/police-seize-firearms-during-theft-investigation/

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