Person sought for swiping 'police-related equipment' issued by Toronto cops in the eastern district
Toronto Police Need Your Help Solving a Mysterious Theft
Hey there! The Toronto Police are in need of your assistance in identifying a sneaky suspect who allegedly swiped their gear in the bustling Riverside neighborhood last Wednesday.
The dastardly deed took place at the wee hours of 4 a.m., right in the vicinity of Queen Street East and Broadview Avenue.
According to the cops, this unidentified individual wreaked havoc on a parked car, shattering its rear passenger window and snatching "Toronto police-issued equipment" as quick as a cat in hot pursuit. After causing a ruckus, the culprit flew the coop, vanishing in an unspecified direction.
Fast forward to Friday, and the sleuths have shared a snapshot of the suspect. He's roughly 5'10" tall, chiseled with a medium build, and was last observed clad in a dark-toned sweater, black sweatpants, black shoes, and a black backpack sporting a prominent white Nike logo.
The police would be eternally grateful if you could come forward with any leads or insights on this suspected scofflaw. You can reach out to them at 416-808-5500 or anonymously tip-off Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or on their website at www.222tips.com. Let's help catch this elusive character and restore peace to our city! 🕵️♀️
[1] Source: Toronto Police press release, April 30, 2025[2] Source: CBC News article, April 30, 2025
- The suspect in the recent Broadview Avenue theft, as reported by the Toronto Police, was last seen wearing dark-toned sweater, black sweatpants, black shoes, and a black backpack with a prominent white Nike logo.
- On Wednesday, in Toronto's Riverside neighborhood, a suspected thief allegedly stole Toronto police-issued equipment from a parked car on Queen Street East and Broadview Avenue at 4 a.m.
- The Toronto Police have pleaded for general-news outlets and crime-and-justice enthusiasts to share any leads or insights regarding the unidentified suspect who is wanted for a theft in the Toronto area.
