In the 2023 heist at Toronto Pearson International Airport, 6,600 gold bars were reportedly stolen, with a total value of over $20 million. The investigation has led to multiple arrests and charges, with some suspects believed to be involved in cross-border gun trafficking as well.
The estimated value of the stolen gold is over CA$20,000,000. The incident took place in April 2023 at Toronto's Pearson International Airport, where 6,600 serialized gold bars were stolen, making it possibly the most valuable gold heist in history.
Investigators believe the stolen gold was taken overseas to markets flush with gold, such as Dubai or India, where it can be melted down and still honored despite having serial numbers on it1.