On July 7, 2026, the Ontario Provincial Police together with municipal police from the Greater Toronto and Hamilton regions announced the conclusion of Project Erase, issuing a total of 2,556 traffic and criminal charges against individuals alleged to have participated in illegal street‑racing.
The tally includes 2,438 citations under the Highway Traffic Act and 118 indictments under the Criminal Code, representing the largest single‑day enforcement action in the province’s recent history.
Project Erase, a coordinated operation launched by the OPP and local law‑enforcement partners, focused on identifying and stopping street‑racing activity across highways, city streets and parking lots throughout the Greater Toronto and Hamilton corridors.
Officers deployed a combination of highway patrol units, traffic cameras, and on‑site investigations to locate vehicles running at excessive speeds, performing dangerous maneuvers, or violating noise and vehicle‑modification regulations. Those apprehended were charged either with traffic violations or, where evidence indicated more serious conduct, with criminal offences.
The charges were filed on the same day the operation concluded, signaling the agencies’ intent to enforce existing statutes that prohibit reckless driving and organized street‑racing events. The OPP indicated that the volume of citations reflects a sustained effort to deter the practice and to protect public safety on Ontario roads.
While the announcement did not disclose the identities of the charged individuals, it noted that the operation covered multiple municipalities within the targeted region, demonstrating a collaborative approach among provincial and municipal police forces.
Police authorities said the enforcement action will continue to be a priority as they monitor for further violations, and they will pursue additional investigations as new information becomes available.