The Toronto Police Service is requesting the publics assistance locating a man wanted in connection with an attempted kidnapping investigation.
It is alleged that:
- on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 1 p.m., the victim was walking in the 2079 Lawrence Avenue West area
- he was approached by two men and, after a brief conversation, both men attempted to force the victim into the rear of a vehicle
- a struggle ensued and the victim was punched and kicked repeatedly
- the assault was interrupted by a passer-by who called out to the suspects
- both men fled in the vehicle
Eric Coplin-Duran, 18, is wanted for:
1) Conspiracy to commit indictable offence
2) Assault
3) Attempt Kidnapping
He is considered dangerous. Do not approach. If located, call 9-1-1.
Police have not yet identified the other man allegedly involved in the attempted kidnapping, described as a black male, but are requesting the assistance of anyone who knows him.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
It is alleged that:
- on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 1 p.m., the victim was walking in the 2079 Lawrence Avenue West area
- he was approached by two men and, after a brief conversation, both men attempted to force the victim into the rear of a vehicle
- a struggle ensued and the victim was punched and kicked repeatedly
- the assault was interrupted by a passer-by who called out to the suspects
- both men fled in the vehicle
Eric Coplin-Duran, 18, is wanted for:
1) Conspiracy to commit indictable offence
2) Assault
3) Attempt Kidnapping
He is considered dangerous. Do not approach. If located, call 9-1-1.
Police have not yet identified the other man allegedly involved in the attempted kidnapping, described as a black male, but are requesting the assistance of anyone who knows him.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.