Markham Crime

• Markham homeowner looking to move after attempted home invasion

  "My daughter is 11 years old. She is very scared."

  Crime

  Jan 19
• 24-year-old Markham man who killed family sentenced to life in prison, no parole eligibility for 40 years

  The sentence is in line with a recommendation put forward by attornies for the Crown and Menhaz Zaman.

  Crime

  Nov 6, 2020
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• Markham man pleads guilty to murdering grandmother, parents and sister

  Menhaz Zaman pleaded guilty to the 2019 murders on Thursday. He is expected to appear in court again on Oct. 26.

  Crime

  Sep 24, 2020
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• Man accused of attempted robbery at Markham pub chased down by patrons

  A York Regional Police spokesperson said two restaurants in Unionville were targeted Monday evening.

  Crime

  Aug 31, 2020
• Police searching for driver who allegedly left scene after hitting SUV in Markham, causing it to flip

  York Regional Police investigators released dashcam video they say captured the moment of impact.

  Traffic

  Aug 17, 2020
• York police charge man after he allegedly yells racial slurs in Markham

  Police said officers were called to Main Street Unionville for a report of a suspect yelling racial slurs at members of the Asian community just before 8 p.m.

  Crime

  Jul 20, 2020
• Woman charged in fatal Markham hit-and-run involving cyclist after giving false report

  On Tuesday, investigators said they found out the suspect had made a false police report regarding a collision. The damaged vehicle was found at an auto repair shop in Markham.

  Crime

  Jun 17, 2020
• Man charged with impaired driving after allegedly fleeing from police, crashing into 2 Markham homes

  A York Regional Police spokesperson said officers were called to Major Buttons Drive, near Ninth Line and Highway 7, Thursday evening with multiple reports a white SUV crashed.

  Crime

  May 7, 2020
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• Mom of Ontario teen bank robbery suspect previously arrested says he should have remained in jail

  "I'm not just worried for everybody else's lives, but I'm worried for my son's life."

  Crime

  Feb 21, 2020
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• 2 stabbed and 2 assaulted during Markham bank robbery, 3 teens arrested: police

  Officials said emergency crews were called to the RBC Royal Bank branch near Markham Road and 16th Avenue after 8 p.m. on Wednesday.

  Crime

  Feb 19, 2020