10 days into 2026, 70 cars stolen in Mississauga and Brampton

Since 2023, stolen vehicles have been a growing concern for residents in Mississauga and Brampton. With less than two weeks into 2026, the trend shows no sign of slowing, with over 50 incidents already reported to police.

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From Jan. 1 to Jan. 10, Peel Regional Police data indicates a combined 70 vehicle thefts were reported across both cities — 44 in Mississauga and 26 in Brampton.

As of Saturday, one stolen vehicle case has been solved, 68 are still under investigation, and one is deemed unsolved. Of the stolen vehicles, 58 are cars, one is a motorcycle, and 11 are trucks.

The following map shows where this month’s auto thefts took place:

The data also highlights the top 4 common hotspots for vehicle thefts in Peel region over the last 10 days:

• Brisdale Drive— 2 incidents
• City Centre Drive — 2 incidents
• Great Lakes Drive— 4 incidents
• Hurontario Street— 2 incidents

Here are some noteworthy car theft incidents from December 2025 and January 2026:

• 80 stolen cars found as new police squad targets break-ins, auto thefts in Mississauga, Brampton
• Vehicle stolen from Brampton dealership leads to charges: police
• Stolen vehicle leads to charges for suspended Brampton driver

Examining the trends in car thefts, some areas are more vulnerable than others and local residents are urged to exercise additional precautions.

Peel police have shared helpful tips to prevent individuals from falling victim to auto thefts:

• if possible, park your vehicle in a locked garage, as the majority of the vehicles have been stolen from driveways.
• use a steering wheel lock. It will also act as a visible deterrent.
• install a lock on the data port. This simple device can be purchased online and blocks access to the computer port where thieves can reprogram the vehicle’s keys.
• consider purchasing a quality video surveillance system. Ensure cameras are properly placed and functioning for day and night use. Familiarize yourself with the system so it can be reviewed and accessed immediately.