Three men from the Greater Toronto Area have been charged with robbery and assault causing bodily harm, while two more suspects remain at large, according to Toronto Police. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on April 25 around 4:30 a.m. in the Bay Street and Adelaide Street West area. Police allege that the victim was waiting in line to check into a hotel when a verbal altercation with a group of five individuals turned physical. The suspects allegedly assaulted the victim and stole his personal property before fleeing on foot.
Arrests and Wanted Suspects
On May 4, Piraveen Jegathesvaran, 30, of Whitby, and Gurman Bhandal, 25, of Caledon, were arrested and charged. On Monday, Harneet Dhindsa, 25, of Blue Mountains, was also arrested and charged. A fourth suspect, Nadeem Ali, 32, of Oakville, is wanted on charges of robbery and assault causing bodily harm. He is described as a male, 28 to 35 years old, with a medium build, short black spiky hair, and a short black beard. He was last seen wearing a black puffy jacket with white writing reading SUPREME across the chest, a black T-shirt with a red AMIRI logo on the left breast and back, and blue jeans.
A fifth suspect remains unidentified. He is described as a male, 28 to 35 years old, with a thin build and a short black beard, wearing a black T-shirt with BALENCIAGA written across the chest, a white or grey hoodie unzipped with the hood up, grey faded jeans with rips on both pant legs, white sneakers, and glasses with thin metallic frames. Investigators are asking for the public's help in identifying him.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or www.222tips.com.
Armoured Car Guard Shot in Waterloo
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a targeted shooting involving an armoured vehicle at a financial institution. On Wednesday around 2:30 a.m., officers responded to the area of Fischer-Hallman Road and Erb Street West following reports of gunshots. They found a 25-year-old male employee of the armoured vehicle company suffering from gunshot wounds. Police allege that the victim was approached by multiple unknown individuals and subsequently shot. He was taken to an out-of-region hospital with serious injuries.
Anyone with information or video footage related to this incident is asked to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Beware of Domino's Pizza Delivery Scam
Durham Regional Police have received reports of several incidents involving a fake Domino's Pizza delivery driver and customer who take fraudulent payments in exchange for cash. Police say the fraudsters approach individuals, often near a vehicle with a fake Domino's Pizza sign, and ask for help in paying for their order by using the victim's banking cards in exchange for cash. They then swap the debit card for a different one and drain the account. The suspect vehicle is described as a grey Hyundai Sonata, but the fake sign can be affixed to any vehicle.
If approached, police advise noting suspect and vehicle details and contacting authorities. Anonymous tips can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online. Victims of fraud can report at http://drps.ca or call 905-579-1520.
Man, 57, Accused of Hamilton Stabbing
A 57-year-old Hamilton man has been arrested after a stabbing sent another man to hospital Wednesday night. Hamilton Police say shortly after 10 p.m., they received a report of a stabbing at a residence in the area of Francis Street and Douglas Avenue. Officers located the victim, a 31-year-old Hamilton man, suffering from a stab wound. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The accused was located on scene and charged with aggravated assault.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the on-duty Division 10 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4725 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Two Firebugs Sought for Pickering Arson
At least two suspects are sought following an arson in Pickering. Durham Regional Police say Thursday around 12:10 a.m., officers responded to an assist fire call at a plaza in the area of Rougemount Drive and Kingston Road. A convenience store was reportedly engulfed in flames. Officers assisted Pickering Fire Services with traffic control as they worked to extinguish the fire. No injuries have been reported. Further investigation revealed two suspects fled the area in a dark-coloured sedan immediately after the fire started.
Anyone who was in the area between 11:30 p.m. and 12:15 a.m. and has cellphone, dashcam, or surveillance footage is asked to call police at 1-888-579-1520, ext. 1905, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
