On January 9, 2025, around 10:40 p.m., officers from East District Community Support Unit were patrolling the Talbot neighbourhood, when a vehicle was observed speeding northbound Gateway Road.
Police maintained a safe follow distance as the vehicle proceeded to evade police. Additional units flooded the area and the vehicle stopped at Molson Street/Norwich Avenue. The driver jumped out of the vehicle and began to run. After a short foot chase, police took the suspect into custody.
The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen and a semi-automatic carbine rifle with a loaded magazine was located inside.
Kyle Andrew CATHRO (37), was charged with the following offences:
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With
- Careless Storage of Firearm, Ammunition, Prohibited Weapon or Device
- Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon, Firearm Part or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
He was detained in custody.
