York police have arrested a man who they say extorted a Vaughan resident over the course of seven years.
In a release, police said they partnered with the South Simcoe Police Service in December 2025, and began an investigation into a suspect believed to be responsible for extortion.
Investigators said that since 2018, the suspect allegedly provided the victim with private loans and charged exaggerated interest.
“The suspect used threats and violence to intimidate the victim in order to collect payment,” police said.
Adam Sirizzotti, 34, of Aurora, was arrested on Jan. 7. A search warrant was executed at a residence in Aurora, and investigators said they seized more than $10,000 in Canadian currency and seven luxury watches worth over $170,000.
Sirizzotti is charged with extortion and possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime. The charges have not been tested in court.
Police believe there may be additional victims and are encouraging them to contact investigators at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6980, or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
