The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a man wanted in relation to a series of ATM robberies.
On Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at approximately 7 p.m., officers responded to a call for a robbery in the Lawrence Avenue East and Birchmount Road area.
It is reported that:
- a woman entered the ATM vestibule to deposit some money
- a man, who was lingering at the entrance, followed her inside
- the man produced a knife and made a demand for money
- the two became involved in a physical altercation, at which point the man obtained a quantity of cash and fled
- the woman did not suffer any serious injuries
The man is described as 6'0", with a medium build, and a light complexion. He was wearing a black hooded jacket, with the hood worn up, a black and grey toque, grey pants and black shoes.
Security camera images of the man have been released.
Investigators believe he is responsible for five other similar robberies at ATMs in the area bounded by Victoria Park Avenue, Markham Road, Sheppard Avenue East and Lawrence Avenue East.
See previous release.
He is believed to be violent, armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Investigators would like to remind members of the public to be aware of their surroundings, and remain alert, particularly when using ATMs.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.
On Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at approximately 7 p.m., officers responded to a call for a robbery in the Lawrence Avenue East and Birchmount Road area.
It is reported that:
- a woman entered the ATM vestibule to deposit some money
- a man, who was lingering at the entrance, followed her inside
- the man produced a knife and made a demand for money
- the two became involved in a physical altercation, at which point the man obtained a quantity of cash and fled
- the woman did not suffer any serious injuries
The man is described as 6'0", with a medium build, and a light complexion. He was wearing a black hooded jacket, with the hood worn up, a black and grey toque, grey pants and black shoes.
Security camera images of the man have been released.
Investigators believe he is responsible for five other similar robberies at ATMs in the area bounded by Victoria Park Avenue, Markham Road, Sheppard Avenue East and Lawrence Avenue East.
See previous release.
He is believed to be violent, armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Investigators would like to remind members of the public to be aware of their surroundings, and remain alert, particularly when using ATMs.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.