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CBC
2 days ago
- CBC
Police search for 5 people who allegedly targeted elderly people at ATMs in 'distraction' thefts
Three men and two women are wanted by Toronto police for allegedly targeting elderly people at ATMs, stealing their bank cards and withdrawing money from their accounts. Police have released photos of five suspects wanted for "distraction theft and fraud," hoping the public will help to identify them. Police said they received five reports from Oct. 9, 2024 to Feb. 28, 2025 of elderly people being robbed throughout the Toronto area. In each case, police said the thieves approached an elderly person while they were using an ATM. The person's bank card was stolen when they were distracted. The suspects used the stolen bank card after each theft to withdraw money from the person's bank account. Each incident involved two to four suspects. The first suspect is described as male, 30 to 45 years old, 5 foot 10 inches to 6 foot 2 inches, with a medium build, dark coloured hair, and a full beard. The second suspect is described as male, 35 to 50 years old, 5 foot 8 inches to 5 foot 10 inches with a medium build, dark coloured hair, and a beard. The third suspect is described as male, 30 to 45 years old, 5 foot 7 inches to 5 foot 10 inches, with a medium build, dark coloured hair, and a goatee. The fourth suspect is described as female, 30 to 45 years old, 5 foot 2 inches to 5 foot 8 inches, with a medium build. The fifth suspect is described as female, 30 to 50 years old, 5 foot 5 inches to 5 foot 8 inches, with a heavy build, and long brown hair. Be aware of people around you when using ATM: police Police are reminding the public to do the following when using ATMs: Do not let anyone distract you during your transaction at an ATM or while making a debit or credit purchase in a store, even if they may appear to be a helpful stranger. Be aware of others around you when using an ATM. Avoid using an ATM if you see suspicious people nearby. Remember to always shield your PIN at an ATM or while making a debit or credit purchase. When you've finished a transaction, take your cash quickly and discreetly put your card away before leaving the ATM. Do not use an ATM if there are signs of tampering or if suspicious devices are visible.
CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
Five suspects wanted in multiple distraction thefts in Toronto
Police say five suspects are wanted in multiple distraction theft and fraud investigations. (Toronto Police Service) Toronto police have released photos of five suspects wanted in connection with multiple distraction thefts and frauds throughout the city. Police said they received reports of five incidents between Oct. 9, 2024, and Feb. 28, 2025. In each incident, the suspects would approach an elderly victim using an ATM and some of them would allegedly distract the senior while another steals the bank card. The suspects would go on to use the card and withdraw money, police allege. Police said they are searching for three men and two women between 30 and 50 years old. One male suspect stands five-foot-ten to six-foot-two with a medium build, dark-coloured hair, and a full beard. The second male suspect stands five-foot-eight to five-foot-10 with a medium build, dark-coloured hair, and a beard. The third male suspect stands five-foot-seven to five-foot-10 also with a medium build, dark-coloured hair, and a goatee. Meanwhile, one female suspect is described as standing between five-foot-two and five-foot-eight with a medium build. The other female suspect stands five-foot-five to five-foot-eight with a heavy build and long brown hair. Police are asking anyone with information to contact them at 416-808-5500 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477).
