The Toronto Pearson Gold Heist, which took place on April 17, 2023, was a major incident that captured headlines for being the biggest gold theft in Canadian history. Here's a detailed breakdown of the event:
The Heist
• Date: April 17, 2023
• Location: Toronto Pearson International Airport Cargo Facility
• Loot:
o 6,600 gold bars (approximately 400 kg) valued at $20 million (CAD)
o $2.5 million (CAD) in foreign currency
The Method
Police investigations revealed the heist was an inside job with meticulous planning. Here's how it unfolded:
1. Fake Documents: A suspect arrived at the Air Canada cargo facility with a fraudulent air waybill (a document listing cargo details). This particular document was a duplicate for a different shipment already picked up.
2. Inside Man: Investigators believe an Air Canada employee printed this fake document granting access to the gold shipment.
3. The Take: With the fake documentation, the suspect gained access to the precious cargo. Forklifts then loaded the gold bars and cash onto the suspect's truck, which drove away undetected.
Aftermath and Investigation
• Arrests: On the first anniversary of the heist (April 17, 2024), Peel Regional Police announced arrests of several individuals connected to the crime, including an Air Canada employee. However, one suspect remains at large.
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• Recovering the Loot: Unfortunately, police haven't recovered most of the stolen gold. Investigators believe the bars were likely melted down quickly, making them difficult to trace. A Toronto jeweler was also among those arrested, suggesting a possible connection to melting and selling the stolen gold.
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