January 25, 2024 – Peel Regional Police seized a loaded firearm during a routine traffic stop in Brampton, leading to a string of serious charges against a 19-year-old local resident.
On Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 5:09 p.m., officers from 21 Division were conducting proactive patrols near Knightsbridge Road and Kings Cross Road when they pulled over a vehicle. Initially investigating the driver for a Cannabis Control Act offence, the officers made a startling discovery – a loaded firearm in the possession of the driver.
The swift action of the officers resulted in the arrest of Kobe STEWART-BROOKS, a 19-year-old Brampton resident. The firearm was promptly recovered, averting a potentially dangerous situation.
As a consequence of the investigation, STEWART-BROOKS now faces a litany of charges, including Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm, Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition, Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm, Carry Concealed Weapon, Utter Threats Cause Bodily Harm, and Possessing Cannabis for the Purpose of Selling.
Following his arrest, STEWART-BROOKS was held for a bail hearing and subsequently appeared at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. You can contact the 21 Division’s Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121, extension 2133. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Peel Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.
This incident underscores the importance of community vigilance and collaboration with law enforcement to ensure the safety of our neighborhoods.
