Drugs and Firearm Seized Following Investigation in Ajax

A male is in custody for firearm and drug possession following an investigation by the Gun and Gang Unit in Ajax.

On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, members of the DRPS Gun and Gang Unit (GGU) concluded an investigation into a male believed to be in possession of a firearm and involved in drug trafficking.

Investigators located the suspect in the area of Salem Road and Kingston Road, in Ajax, and took him into custody without incident. A search of the suspect following the arrest revealed a loaded Glock firearm with an overcapacity magazine, in his waistband. The serial number for the firearm had been scratched off. The suspect was also in possession of numerous drugs.

A search warrant was also executed at the suspect’s residence in the area of Salem Road and Kingston Road. A large amount of cash and numerous drugs were located and seized.

Wali SAID ZADA, age 22 from Ajax is charged with numerous offences including: Possess Loaded Restricted/Prohibited Firearm, Possess Restricted/Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence, Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm, Possess Prohibited Device, Possession of a Firearm Knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With, Possession of a Schedule I Substance (cocaine) for the Purpose of Trafficking x2, Possession of other Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x2, and Possession Contrary to Order.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Gun and Gang Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1801.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation. These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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