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Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Public Safety Alert, Pickpocket Style Thefts, Entertainment District and Downtown Core Area


Public Safety Alert,
Pickpocket Style Thefts,
Entertainment District and Downtown Core Area
Broadcast time: 10:35 AM
Date: Tuesday, Sep 10, 2024
Unit: 52 Division
Case #: N/A 

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of pickpocket style thefts occurring in and around the entertainment district in the downtown core.

It is reported that:

  • suspects are targeting victims while they are attending festivals, concerts and events within the entertainment district
  • items are being stolen from unsuspecting victims or while items are left unattended 

The Toronto Police Service is reminding the public to be aware of their surroundings while attending events in the city, and to be cognizant of their belongings, such as cell phones and wallets, when attending events where crowds are present. 

To report a Theft Under $5000, please refer to the Toronto Police Service website at: https://www.tps.ca/services/online-reporting/theft-under-5000/ 

To learn about personal safety tips, click here for further information.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.


Constable Ashley Visser for Sergeant Robert McDougall

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