A York Regional Police sergeant has been arrested and charged with seven criminal offences, including breach of trust, following a joint investigation by York and Peel Regional Police. Sgt. Kin Pong Wong, 44, was taken into custody on October 23, 2026, and has been suspended with pay.
What is the officer accused of?
According to York Regional Police, the charges include breach of trust, along with a separate count of breach of trust tied to accessing data. The sergeant is also accused of using a computer without authorization, attempting to obstruct justice, and holding a counterfeit stamp.
Three of the counts relate to property and drugs: possessing property obtained by crime, and possessing property for the purpose of trafficking. Police have not released details of what prompted the investigation or what the alleged trafficking involved.
How was the investigation handled?
York police said the case was built with help from Peel Regional Police, and the force publicly thanked Peel members in its statement. The work was funded through the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General, with Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario supporting the probe, according to York police.
Such arrangements are common in Ontario cases that cross municipal boundaries, allowing one service to draw on another's resources and intelligence.
Who is Kin Pong Wong?
Wong has worked for York Regional Police since 2009, making him a 17-year member of the force. He most recently served as a frontline patrol sergeant. Ontario Sunshine List records show he earned close to $220,000 with the service in 2025.
Suspension with pay is standard practice for Ontario officers facing criminal charges while proceedings continue. York police have not said whether the case has been referred for review under provincial policing legislation.
What happens next?
The charges have not been tested in court, and no court dates have been released. York police have declined to provide further details about the investigation. Readers in the Toronto area may want to watch for updates on the case and any statement from the province's police oversight body.
FAQ
Is Sgt. Wong still with York Regional Police?
He remains a member of the force but has been suspended with pay since his arrest.
Were other police services involved?
Yes. Peel Regional Police took part in the investigation, which was supported by Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario.
