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Man Arrested Following Armed Vehicle Chase in Toronto’s King Street Entertainment District

Facing failure to stop for police charges along with dangerous operation, Ukey is due in court on Sept. 19.

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Overview

  • Toronto Police Services say officers were called to King and Portland streets at around 1:20 a.m. Saturday after reports of a man brandishing a firearm.
  • Viral video shows officers pointing guns at the driver of a silver Volkswagen before he reversed into a scooter and another vehicle.
  • The 27-year-old suspect, identified as Mrunmay Ukey, led police on a foot and vehicle pursuit through King Street’s nightlife district and was ultimately arrested in an alley.
  • Despite collisions involving a scooter, two cars and a parked vehicle, police confirm that no bystander injuries were reported.
  • A bystander whose Tesla was damaged described extensive repairs to lights and panels and applauded the police response.