Authorities in the Niagara Region have apprehended a suspect in connection with a series of dangerous incidents involving rocks being thrown at moving vehicles. These alarming occurrences took place between June and August 2025 at various locations.
The police have pinpointed a single individual believed to be behind all three incidents. The suspect is identified as 48-year-old Ammar Al-Zubaidi from St. Catharines. Al-Zubaidi has been taken into custody and slapped with nine charges related to endangering life and causing mischief.
Currently, Al-Zubaidi is in police custody and is set to make a court appearance on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. The investigation is being led by the Niagara OPP, in collaboration with the OPP Highway Safety Division Crime Unit and the Niagara Regional Police.
Authorities urge anyone with pertinent information or surveillance footage to reach out to law enforcement.