Front Street and Yonge Street
Date: Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023
Unit: Intelligence Services
Case #: 2023-2640721
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a man wanted in a hate-motivated Assault with a Weapon investigation.
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at approximately 4:25 a.m., police responded to a call for an Assault in the Front Street and Yonge Street area.
It is reported that:
- the male victim was driving a cab in the area
- the victim rolled the window down, and asked the suspect if he needed a ride
- the suspect asked the victim if he was Muslim
- the suspect then sprayed the victim in the face with an unknown substance
The suspect is described as male, white, 20-30 years old, 6'0" tall, wearing a black coat and black pants.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.
When suspected hate-motivated offences are reported to police, the investigation will be led by a Divisional investigator. The Hate Crime Unit will be made aware and specialized officers from that unit will support the investigation as needed.
If it is alleged a criminal offence was committed (such as assault or mischief) and it is believed to have been motivated by bias, prejudice or hate, the officer-in-charge will consult with the Crown. If a person is charged and convicted of the offence, the Judge will take into consideration hate as an aggravating factor when imposing a sentence.
Wilful promotion of hatred and advocating genocide are hate propaganda (hate speech) offences which require the Attorney General’s consent. Members of the Hate Crime Unit will provide assistance and support to the divisional investigators in seeking the Attorney General’s consent to lay these charges, if applicable. These charges are often laid at a later time.
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Constable Shannon Eames for Detective Kiran Bisla
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