On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Peel Regional Police investigators arrested and charged 57-year-old Kenneth Law of Mississauga, following an investigation involving the online sale and distribution of sodium nitrite.
The suspect has been charged with two counts of counselling or aiding suicide.
On March 31,2023, officers from the 11 Division Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) began investigating circumstances of a sudden death, in which it is suspected that the chemical substance was consumed.
It is believed that the suspect distributed and marketed the substance online to target individuals at risk of self-harm.
The suspect is currently held in custody awaiting a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
If you or someone you know has received a package from the businesses listed below, please contact your local police service immediately.
- Imtime Cuisine
- AmbuCA
- Academic/ACademic
- Escape Mode/ escMode
- ICemac
Sodium nitrite is a white, crystalline substance used as a food additive and commonly found in processed meats. Intentional consumption of certain amounts of this substance can reduce oxygen-levels, impair breathing and can result in death.
Peel Regional Police would also like to appeal to the community to be vigilant of the online transactions and activity or the arrival of deliveries from the above noted companies.
If you have information about an incident or have received a package that you suspect may contain sodium nitrite, please contact 1-888-714-0003 or email [email protected]. If you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
If you or anyone that you know is struggling with mental health and wellness, please call 1-833-456-4566 or visit www.talksuicide.ca.
