Crime Beat (2020)
S06E14 The Hand Behind the Gun
Episode Overview
During a funeral for his best friend, a teenager is tragically shot at a church. Meanwhile, another youth is ambushed and hit by seven bullets while grabbing pizza, and a young child loses their life when gunfire erupts at a birthday celebration. The influx of illegal firearms crossing the border has empowered some of Toronto's most dangerous gangs, leading to a spike in violent deaths. Senior Reporter Caryn Lieberman investigates a significant operation targeting a criminal network, highlighting a historic effort by Toronto Police that successfully prevents hundreds of weapons from reaching the streets.