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Nine Toronto Officers Arrested in Major Corruption Probe

2/5/2026

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At least nine Toronto police officers have been arrested in a corruption probe tied to organized crime, including auto theft and drug trafficking.
York Regional Police leads the investigation, which stems from the arrest of retired officer John Madeley.
Allegations include conspiracy to commit murder, and leaking addresses to hit men, with other police service officers implicated.
A news conference is scheduled for Thursday to provide further details.

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Story summary

At least nine Toronto police officers have been arrested in a corruption probe tied to organized crime, including auto theft and drug trafficking.
York Regional Police leads the investigation, which stems from the arrest of retired officer John Madeley.
Allegations include conspiracy to commit murder, and leaking addresses to hit men, with other police service officers implicated.
A news conference is scheduled for Thursday to provide further details.