Windsor police have launched a public appeal for information following a significant theft at a popular local shopping centre. Authorities are trying to identify and locate a man accused of stealing more than $8,000 worth of electronics from a kiosk inside Devonshire Mall.
Details of the Mall Break-In
The incident occurred on the evening of December 6. According to investigators, the suspect entered the mall on Howard Avenue shortly after 8 p.m. He then approached a retail kiosk, where he allegedly forced open a secured storage locker. The stolen items included multiple cell phones, phone screens, and various other electronic devices.
Suspect Description and Getaway Vehicle
Police have released a detailed description of the individual believed to be responsible. The suspect is described as a Middle Eastern man with facial hair. At the time of the crime, he was wearing distinctive clothing: a green tuque, black sweatpants, grey running shoes with white soles, and a quarter-zip fleece sweater featuring a blue, black, and yellow pattern. He was also carrying a black and orange backpack.
After the theft, the man reportedly left the scene in an older model silver Cadillac SRX, estimated to be from between 2010 and 2016. This vehicle is a key piece of evidence detectives are hoping the public can help trace.
How the Public Can Assist Windsor Police
The Windsor Police Service is urging anyone with information to come forward. Individuals who may have seen the suspect, the vehicle, or have any knowledge about the break-in are asked to contact the police directly.
You can reach the Windsor Police Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700 ext. 4350. For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or visiting the website catchcrooks.com.
This theft represents a substantial financial loss and highlights ongoing security challenges for retailers. The police investigation continues as they work to apprehend the suspect and recover the stolen property.
