Expanded Charges in Project Road King: Three More GTA Men Apprehended
In a significant development, Niagara Regional Police, in collaboration with the RCMP's Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit and Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario, have laid additional charges against three more individuals as part of Project Road King. This large-scale operation is focused on dismantling organized crime networks deeply involved in drug trafficking and organized auto theft across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.
Operation Details and Initial Takedown
The investigation, which initially culminated on September 9, 2025, resulted in a major takedown that led to 30 arrests, 213 charges, and the seizure of substantial quantities of drugs and firearms. Additionally, law enforcement recovered 38 stolen vehicles with an estimated value exceeding $3.3 million. This initial phase dealt a heavy blow to criminal activities, but authorities have continued their relentless pursuit of justice.
Continued Efforts and Additional Recoveries
Through ongoing cooperation with the Canada Border Services Agency, detectives have made further strides in the case. They successfully located and recovered 43 additional stolen vehicles at a port in British Columbia, where the vehicles were destined for international shipment. The total value of these recovered assets is over $3.8 million, underscoring the scale of the criminal operations being targeted.
Latest Arrests and Charges
As a result of these continued efforts, three more suspects were taken into custody between February 18 and 19, 2026. The individuals charged are:
- Keir McColl, 39, of Ancaster, Ontario: Facing multiple charges including conspiracy to traffic property obtained by crime over $5,000, conspiracy to commit theft over $5,000, conspiracy to intimidate by threats of violence, unlawfully producing fentanyl, possession of cocaine for trafficking, and failing to comply with a release order.
- Tudor Sopterian, 32, of Hamilton, Ontario: Charged with conspiracy to traffic property obtained by crime over $5,000, conspiracy to commit theft over $5,000, conspiracy to intimidate by threats of violence, unlawfully producing fentanyl, and failing to comply with a release order.
- Dejan Zlojo, 43, of Etobicoke, Ontario: Facing charges of conspiracy to traffic property obtained by crime over $5,000 and conspiracy to commit theft over $5,000.
Fourth Suspect Sought
Authorities are actively searching for a fourth individual, Nikola Scepanovic, 58, of Burlington, Ontario. An arrest warrant has been issued for him on charges of conspiracy to traffic property obtained by crime over $5,000 and conspiracy to commit theft over $5,000. Efforts to locate and apprehend him are ongoing, with police urging the public to assist in his capture.
Statements from Law Enforcement
Niagara Chief of Police Bill Fordy emphasized the importance of this operation in a recent statement. "Project Road King highlights the power of coordinated, intelligence-led policing. While the initial takedown disrupted a significant organized crime network, our work continues," he said. "The additional arrests and recovery of stolen vehicles destined for international shipment demonstrate our commitment to dismantling criminal enterprises that fuel drug trafficking and auto theft in our communities. We will continue working alongside our partners to dismantle these networks and hold those responsible accountable."
Ongoing Investigation and Public Assistance
Project Road King remains an active investigation, with authorities anticipating further charges as they continue to unravel the complexities of these criminal networks. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1009320, or Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
