Vaughan man charged for pointing shotgun at and threatening youths
Posted February 9, 2024 9:54 am.
Last Updated February 9, 2024 11:32 am.
A Vaughan man is facing charges after he allegedly pointed a shotgun at two youths last weekend.
York Regional Police say a man called police on Sunday to report that his son and a friend had a gun pointed at them while they were walking.
Investigators learned that two youths were walking in the area of Pine Valley Drive and Pine Heights Drive on Feb. 3 and taking photos of themselves when they were approached by someone who exited a nearby home.
It is alleged the suspect pointed a shotgun at the pair and told them to leave the area. As they started to leave the suspect allegedly drove onto the sidewalk in front of them and again made a threats toward them before driving away.
Police identified a suspect and executed a search warrant at his home. Investigators have charged 44-year-old Elton Lamce with possession of a weapon, uttering threats and pointing a firearm.
Officers also seized a number of firearms, including the shotgun.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with additional information is being asked to contact police.
