Vehicle thefts in Mississauga and Brampton continue at an alarming rate, with over 400 cars, trucks, and
From January 1 to February 1, 2025, Peel Regional Police recorded 404 vehicle thefts across both cities—203 in Mississauga, 199 in Brampton, and one each in Vaughan and Toronto under Peel police jurisdiction. This equates to an average of 13 vehicle thefts per day in the region.
Of the stolen vehicles:
- 298 were cars
- 97 were trucks
- 4 were motorcycles
- 5 fell under the ‘other’ category
Peel police have successfully solved 13 cases, while 383 remain under investigation, and 8 have been deemed unsolved.
Recent police data has identified the following high-risk areas for car thefts in Peel Region:
- Great Lakes Drive – 19 incidents
- Airport Road – 13 incidents
- City Centre Drive – 11 incidents
- Dixie Road – 10 incidents
- Courtneypark Drive – 9 incidents
Compared to the same period in 2024, auto thefts were significantly higher last year, with 849 reported cases between January and February. By the end of 2024, Peel Region recorded a staggering 6,657 vehicle thefts, underscoring a growing trend of organized crime involvement in car theft operations.
Several major vehicle theft cases in January drew significant attention, including:
- Police recovered 14 stolen vehicles traced back to Mississauga, Brampton, and surrounding areas.
- $1.4 million worth of stolen trucks and vehicles were seized during a commercial raid north of Brampton.
- A drive-by shooting in Brampton was linked to high-end vehicle thefts, leading to multiple arrests.
Authorities have urged residents to take precautionary measures to reduce their risk of becoming victims of auto theft. Key recommendations include:
- Park inside a locked garage whenever possible, as most stolen vehicles are taken from driveways.
- Use a steering wheel lock, which acts as a visible deterrent.
- Install a lock on the data port to block thieves from reprogramming vehicle keys.
- Set up a quality video surveillance system with proper night vision and positioning for easy monitoring.
With vehicle thefts on the rise, Peel police encourage residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately.