Ramming cop cruiser in stolen vehicle leads to charges for Brampton man: police

Charges have been laid against a Brampton man after a police cruiser was rammed while officers were trying to stop a trio of stolen vehicles, the OPP says.

The incident happened on Wednesday shortly after 10 p.m. when the OPP says three vehicles stolen from the Toronto area were spotted on Highway 7 in Tay Township, approximately 50 kilometres north of Barrie.

But police say one of the drivers “used the vehicle to contact the police cruiser” before trying to escape officers on foot.

Two stolen vehicles were recovered, and a 25-year-old man from Brampton was arrested a short while later with the help of the OPP Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit, police say.

Tajinderpal Singh, 25, of Brampton, has been charged with multiple offences, including dangerous operation, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, obstruct a peace officer, and fail to remain.

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and is scheduled to make a court appearance in Perth on Thursday.

Anyone with information about this incident can contact the OPP by calling 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.