Richmond Hill dad, son arrested over explosive device, materials

A Richmond Hill father and son have been arrested after cops allegedly confiscated hazardous, explosive materials, along with an explosive device from a local residence.

Last Thursday, York Regional Police began an investigation after receiving information regarding a suspect who was being investigated by United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Detectives executed a search warrant Friday at a residence on Larratt Lane and located a quantity of hazardous, explosive materials as well as a detonator device.

Ontario Provincial Police and the YRP Explosives Detection Unit officers attended the residence to ensure the safe removal of the materials.

The hazardous materials have been removed and neighbours were temporarily evacuated as a precaution.

Charged with possession of an explosive device are Mayhar Mohammadiasl, 18, and Reza Mohammadiasl, 47.