A 22-year-old man is facing several serious charges following a shooting involving officers at a motel in Burlington, Ontario. The Halton Regional Police Service announced the charges on March 12, 2026, after an investigation into an incident that occurred earlier in the month.
The event took place at approximately 12:29 a.m. on March 8, 2026, in the parking lot of the Crestwood Motel on Plains Road East. Police report that the suspect allegedly drove his vehicle toward officers during a traffic stop, resulting in the shooting that left the man with serious injuries.
The suspect, Sebastian Barbe, has been charged with the attempted murder of a police officer. He also faces charges for dangerous driving and possession of the drug fentanyl.
The Special Investigations Unit is conducting its own investigation into the incident. This provincial agency is required to investigate whenever a person is seriously injured during an interaction with police to ensure officers followed proper procedures.
