Five 17-year-olds from Toronto are facing criminal charges following a dramatic single-vehicle collision in Scarborough, where a stolen car crashed into a cemetery fence and rolled onto its side. The incident, which occurred just after midnight heading into Friday, resulted in all five vehicle occupants being hospitalized with various injuries, including one female who sustained serious harm.
Midnight Crash Leads to Arrests
Toronto Police officers were dispatched to the area of Kingston Road and Brimley Road shortly after midnight on Friday, December 19, 2025, in response to a personal injury collision call. Upon arrival, they discovered a vehicle that had collided with a fence and come to rest on its side.
An immediate investigation revealed that the vehicle had been reported stolen. Police arrested the male driver and two male passengers directly at the chaotic scene. The two female passengers were located and arrested later while receiving treatment at a local hospital.
Charges Laid Under Youth Criminal Justice Act
The five accused, all aged 17, cannot be publicly identified due to provisions within the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The charges laid are serious and reflect the nature of the incident.
Two males and two females each face a charge of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. The two females received an additional charge of failure to comply with an undertaking.
The male driver faces the most severe allegations, including dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and driving a motor vehicle without a licence under the Highway Traffic Act.
Police Seek Witnesses as Investigation Continues
While the five teens have been charged, Toronto Police confirm their investigation remains active. Authorities are appealing to the public for any additional information that could shed further light on the events leading up to the crash.
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with any witnesses who have not yet come forward. Anyone with information, dashcam footage, or relevant details is urged to contact the Toronto Police at 416-808-4100. Tips can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or online at 222tips.com.
The condition of the injured teens, especially the one reported with serious injuries, was not immediately updated by authorities. The crash serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with vehicle theft and reckless driving, particularly among young people.
