Toronto, May 8 – Law enforcement swiftly responded to an attempted intrusion at the prestigious estate of renowned rapper Drake, just a day after a regrettable shooting incident that occurred on the property. Reports from USA Today confirm the arrest made on Wednesday, May 8, as authorities were alerted to an individual’s endeavor to breach the rapper’s home.
The attempted break-in comes the day after another of Drake’s security guards was hospitalized by a drive-by shooting at the propertyCredit: AFP
Upon receiving the distress call around 2 pm, the Toronto Police Service promptly dispatched personnel to Drake’s mansion, where an individual had made an unauthorized attempt to access the premises, as stated by police spokesperson Ashley Visser.
The individual in question was apprehended under the Ontario Mental Health Act, an approach that diverts certain cases from criminal proceedings. Consequently, the identity of the individual has not been disclosed to the public.
Under the provisions of the act, individuals believed to be afflicted by a mental disorder, posing potential harm, can be remanded for examination by medical professionals.
This unsettling event marks the latest in a series of security breaches at the residence of the celebrated artist. On May 7, gunfire erupted outside Drake’s home, injuring one of his security personnel, who was promptly rushed to receive medical attention for severe injuries.
Inspector Paul Krawczyk, part of the gun and gang task force, revealed during a press briefing that the investigation is ongoing, with no definitive motive established yet.
“Our investigation is in its preliminary stages, and we are unable to ascertain a motive at this juncture. However, as we gather more information, we will keep the public informed,” Krawczyk stated.
It’s unclear if Drake was home at the timeCredit: Reuters
Authorities disclosed that the suspects involved in the shooting fled the scene in a van, with their identities still undisclosed. Surveillance footage captured the incident, aiding law enforcement in their pursuit of the perpetrators.
These distressing events unfold against the backdrop of a heated rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Drake has released several diss tracks, including “Push Ups,” “Family Matters,” and “The Heart Part 6,” in response to Lamar’s provocations in tracks like “Euphoria,” “6:16 in LA,” “Meet the Grahams,” and “Not Like Us.”
Toronto law enforcement remains cautious about drawing connections between these incidents and the ongoing rivalry between the two artists, emphasizing the need for thorough investigation before making any conclusions.
