Highway Collision Turns Violent
A Toronto man is confronting multiple criminal charges after authorities say he carjacked a family's vehicle immediately after crashing into it on a highway near Pearson International Airport. The incident occurred on Sunday, November 16, 2025, according to the Ontario Provincial Police.
The suspect allegedly struck the family's vehicle along a busy highway corridor near Canada's busiest airport before escalating the situation into a violent carjacking. The family of four, including children, found themselves suddenly facing an armed confrontation following what began as a routine traffic collision.
Details of the Carjacking Incident
Police reports indicate that after the initial collision, the suspect exited his damaged vehicle and approached the family's car. Rather than exchanging insurance information or checking on potential injuries, the man allegedly produced a weapon and demanded the family surrender their vehicle.
The family complied with the demands, exiting their vehicle unharmed physically but understandably traumatized by the experience. The suspect then fled the scene in the stolen family vehicle, leaving his own damaged car at the crash site. The entire incident unfolded during daylight hours, surprising investigators with its boldness.
Police Response and Charges
Ontario Provincial Police responded quickly to emergency calls about the carjacking. Using descriptions provided by the victims and evidence from the abandoned vehicle, investigators were able to identify and locate the suspect within hours of the incident.
The Toronto man now faces multiple criminal charges including armed robbery, vehicle theft, possession of a weapon, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. Police have not released the suspect's name pending formal charges and court proceedings.
This case highlights growing concerns about public safety on major transportation corridors in the Greater Toronto Area. Police are reminding drivers to remain vigilant and to contact authorities immediately if involved in any suspicious collision scenarios.
