Toronto police investigation charges eight officers in illegal gambling case
York Regional Police said its Project South investigation in the Greater Toronto Area has led to charges against seven Toronto police officers and one retired officer, among 27 people charged. The investigation began in June 2025 and concerns alleged organized crime activity including extortion linked to illegal gambling; police said it remains ongoing.
The charges bring alleged police involvement in an illegal gambling-linked extortion investigation into focus for law enforcement and regulators.