Markham Man Charged in Alleged Concert Ticket Robbery Scam
York Regional Police have charged a 19-year-old Markham man in connection with a street-level robbery involving a concert ticket scam, while appealing for additional victims to come forward. The incident occurred on February 4, 2026, in the area of Apple Creek Boulevard and Town Centre Boulevard.
According to police reports, the victim had been communicating with the suspect on the Chinese social media platform Redbook to purchase concert tickets. The two arranged to meet at a commercial plaza to complete the transaction. When the victim arrived, the suspect allegedly pointed a knife at her, demanded money, and fled in a white 2025 Mercedes-Benz sedan.
Pui Hin Lee, 19, of Markham was charged with robbery on February 12. Investigators have released images of the accused and believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, extension 7545, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Thunder Bay Drug Trafficking Bust Nets Firearm and Cocaine
In a separate law enforcement operation, a 27-year-old Thunder Bay resident faces nine charges following a drug trafficking investigation that began in November 2025. The Ontario Provincial Police Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, with assistance from the Thunder Bay Police Service, executed two search warrants on February 4 at locations on Balmoral and Simpson Streets.
Police allegedly seized a purple firearm, ammunition, a high-capacity magazine, approximately 460 grams of suspected cocaine, a conducted energy weapon, high-end jewelry valued at about $65,000, roughly $38,000 in Canadian cash, cellphones, and electronic devices. The estimated street value of the seized drugs is $46,000.
Alexandra Mulvee has been charged with seven firearm-related offences, along with one count each of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 and possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine.
Georgina Police Seize Firearms and Drugs in Separate Incidents
York Regional Police conducted two unrelated firearm and drug seizures in Georgina over a one-week period. The first incident occurred on February 10 around 3:50 a.m., when officers responded to reports of an intoxicated man in the back of a rideshare vehicle. While attempting to wake the suspect, police allegedly located a loaded firearm and a quantity of controlled substances. The suspect was subject to probation orders for unrelated offences at the time.
The second incident took place on February 17 around 3:30 a.m., when officers initiated a traffic stop in the area of Highway 48 and High Street. During the stop, police allegedly observed open alcoholic beverages in the vehicle, conducted a search, and located a loaded firearm and controlled substances.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hamilton Highway
Hamilton Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision on the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway near the Garth Street overpass. The incident occurred at approximately 6:52 a.m. on February 20, 2026, when emergency services responded to reports of a pedestrian struck in the westbound lanes. Despite life-saving efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the victim has not been released pending next-of-kin notifications. Investigators are asking any motorists who were traveling on the LINC westbound between Upper James Street and Garth Street between 6:45 a.m. and 7 a.m. to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 905-546-4753 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
