Driver with ‘Panjab’ Written on Windshield Arrested for Pointing Fake Gun at Motorists on QEW

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have issued an appeal for witnesses after a disturbing incident on the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) in the Niagara-bound lanes. On January 5, at approximately 4 p.m., officers responded to reports of a driver pointing a handgun at other motorists.

The vehicle, which had the word “Panjab” prominently written on its windshield, was intercepted near the QEW and Glendale Avenue exit. Following a swift response by law enforcement, the driver was taken into custody without further escalation. Upon inspection, the firearm in question was identified as an imitation handgun.

APPEAL FOR WITNESSES: OPP responded to reports of a driver poining a handgun at other motorists on the #QEW Niagara bound – Jan 5, 4pm. The driver was stopped (QEW/Glendale) and taken into custody. An imitation hand gun was seized, and the driver is facing charges. Any witnesses… pic.twitter.com/FwqLnRT9Iz

— OPP Highway Safety Division (@OPP_HSD) January 6, 2025

The driver now faces charges related to the incident, highlighting the seriousness with which authorities address such threatening behavior, even when the weapon is not real.

The OPP Highway Safety Division is urging anyone who witnessed the event or has relevant information to come forward. Witness accounts are critical to the ongoing investigation and can be shared by contacting the Niagara OPP at 905-356-1311.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by individuals wielding replica firearms, which can escalate tensions and provoke fear among the public. The use of imitation firearms in threatening scenarios can result in severe legal consequences, emphasizing the need for vigilance and responsible behavior.