Police add attempted murder to charges against suspect in CCI threat

The 19-year-old accused of making a threat against the people at Collingwood Collegiate Institute now faces more and upgraded charges, following new information uncovered by police in the investigation. 

Police say the latest charges were prompted by a search of an electronic device seized from the accused's home has uncovered an "elaborate" and "well-researched" plan to harm students

Jordan Young, of Clearview Township, was arrested on Sept. 11 after police received a report about a threat made against the school. According to police reports at that time, the threat was made in March 2024, but not reported until Sept. 11, 2024. 

Police searched the former student's home and found two firearms, several high-capacity magazines. According to police, the weapons and ammunition were "improperly stored" and without a valid firearms licence. 

Young was arrested after police found him parked in a lot on Cameron Street, which was confirmed not to be the school parking lot. While arresting Young, police seized two replica firearms, bear spray, pepper spray, a knife and brass knuckles. 

"Thank you to everyone who provided information about this threat. Your actions have helped protect students and staff from potential harm," stated Det. Insp. Sean Chatland of the OPP. "The upgraded charges show the magnitude and seriousness of this investigation. Though the charges have been upgraded, this investigation remains ongoing and we urge anyone with additional information to contact the OPP."

The latest list of charges against Young include: 

• Attempted murder, as per section 239
• Attempt to commit an assault with a weapon, as per section 267(a)
• Possession of a firearm, section 91(1) - two counts
• Possession of a prohibited device, section 92(2) - three counts
• Careless storage of a firearm, as per section 86(1) - two counts
• Unlawful possession of ammunition, as per section 86(1) - three counts
• Weapons dangerous, as per section 88 - three counts
• Possession a prohibited device for a purpose dangerous to the public peace, as per section 88 - three counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear on January 20, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

Police are working with the Simcoe County District School Board and administrative staff at CCI to provide victim support.

The investigation is continuing under the direction of the OPP CIB. Investigators are urging anyone with information to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.