2 men charged after firearms, stolen vehicles recovered in Markham: police

Two people have been charged after stolen cars and firearms were recovered in Markham, police said.

York Regional Police said on May 18, at 10:20 a.m., officers were called to the Denison Street and Markham Road area after receiving a report that a vehicle was on fire.

Officers said a blue Honda Civic was located with smoke coming from the engine area.

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“Once the fire was brought under control, officers observed fake licence plates on the vehicle and determined the car was stolen,” police said in a news release.

According to police, a second stolen vehicle was also allegedly discovered nearby.

Police said both vehicles were searched, and two loaded shotguns were recovered.

Officers said two people were arrested and charged.

Police said a 37-year-old man from Toronto, and a 41-year-old man of no fixed address were each charged with several offences including unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.