Two youngsters charged with capturing individuals with gel blaster gun in west Toronto

Two teenagers have been arrested and charged after utilizing a gel gun to shoot unsuspecting individuals in Toronto’s west finish.

The accident occurred Monday within the Corso Italia neighborhood, close to St. Clair Avenue West and Caledonia Highway.

The Toronto Police Service (TPS) stated two youths had been using an electrical bike within the space. They claimed that one of many youth was using the bike, whereas the opposite fired a gel gun at passers-by.

Two youths, ages 15 and 17, had been charged with assault with a weapon, carrying a hid weapon, and possession of a weapon harmful to the peace. The accused, who can’t be named beneath provisions of the Youth Legal Justice Act, appeared in court docket on Tuesday.

Investigators consider this incident could also be linked to a web-based pattern known as the “Orbeez Problem,” wherein suspects shoot others “drive-by fashion” utilizing gel weapons.

“This exercise endangers public security and warrants a critical police response,” the Tampa Police Division stated.

“Mother and father are inspired to speak to their kids about partaking in on-line tendencies such because the Orbeez Problem and ensure their kids perceive the hazards and risks related to it.”

Police stated though a lot of victims have come ahead, anybody who might have been a sufferer can contact them.

Anybody with details about this assault in the course of the weapons investigation is requested to contact Toronto Police at 416-808-1300 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.