Your World Tonight Corrupt cop allegations, Ottawa rolls out its auto plan, search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother, and more
Feb 5, 2026
Philip Lee Shannock, on-the-ground reporter who covered a major Toronto police corruption case. David Thurton, journalist explaining Ottawa’s new auto and EV policy moves. Katie Nicholson, Washington correspondent who reported on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. They discuss shocking police corruption charges. They unpack Ottawa’s billions-for-auto plan and EV incentive changes. They outline the mysterious disappearance and search.
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Widespread Allegations Shake Toronto Police
- Seven active and one retired Toronto police officers are accused of bribery, drug trafficking, robbery and conspiracy, prompting calls for independent review.
- Deputy Chief Ryan Hogan says the probe began after an attempted murder linked to an officer and uncovered organized crime ties within the force.
Officer Allegedly Enabled Failed Hit
- Investigators linked a coordinated attack on a corrections officer's home to Toronto Constable Timothy Barnhart who allegedly accessed police databases for the plot.
- Barnhart faces 17 charges and is accused of recruiting other officers into trafficking and intimidation schemes.
Carney’s Auto Strategy Shifts Toward Incentives
- Ottawa reintroduces EV rebates and drops the previous sales mandate while offering credits to manufacturers who invest in Canada.
- The plan aims to protect jobs and production amid U.S. tariffs and shifting global competition.