2 people arrested, 4 sent to hospital after alleged kidnapping

Toronto police have arrested two people in connection with a kidnapping investigation. The arrests come after a brief police chase early Friday morning that sent four people to a hospital.

Investigators say an individual called police after receiving a “concerning message” from a friend. The message contained a photo of a person being threatened with a firearm, along with a demand for a ransom.

Officers say they located two suspects in a vehicle near Bellamy Road and Lawrence Avenue in Scarborough just before 5 a.m. When police attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver sped off and was then involved in a collision three hours later near McNicoll Avenue and Midland Avenue.

The two suspects then allegedly fled on foot and were arrested by police after a brief pursuit.

Upon their arrest, officers located the kidnapping victim – believed to be in their early 20s – inside the vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. They were taken, along with both suspects, to a hospital for treatment.

A fourth individual, whose vehicle was struck by the suspects, was also taken to a hospital with minor injuries. 

Police have charged 19-year-old Jahryeus Glave of Toronto with 10 charges, including kidnapping for ransom, forcible confinement and possession of proceeds obtained by crime.

A 17-year-old boy from Toronto was also arrested and faces similar charges. His identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

According to police, two firearms were seized at the scene. It is unclear if the victim and the suspects were known to each other.

No other details have been released.