Data from Greater Toronto Area (GTA) police indicates that a staggering 88 percent of the 717 crime guns seized in 2024 by the Toronto Police Service originate from the United States. This trend is mirrored across the region, with a significant portion of firearms linked to U.S. sources being used in serious offenses such as home invasions and carjackings, highlighting a troubling shift in local crime dynamics.
Experts point out that lax gun laws in certain U.S. states facilitate this influx of firearms, leading to a growing threat to public safety in Canada. Notably, law enforcement officials report a rising frequency of seizures, with Peel Regional Police estimating that approximately 90 percent of over 200 illegal firearms taken last year can be traced back to the U.S., prompting urgent discussions on improving border controls and gun policy regulations.
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