Two Canadian Armed Forces members arrested in organized crime, kidnapping probe: DND

TORONTO — The Department of National Defence says two members of the Canadian Armed Forces were arrested by Toronto police on charges related to organized crime, kidnapping and firearms theft.

The department says Sachintha Fernando and James Moreau, both members of the 7^th Toronto Regiment, have been removed from duties and their access to military facilities and bases has been restricted after their arrests on Aug. 11.

It did not provide details of the allegations against them and referred further questions to Toronto police.

Both accused hold the rank of bombardier, and DND says they remain members of the armed forces pending the result of an administrative review.