Posted on Tuesday March 03, 2026
Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect following a commercial robbery in the City of Richmond Hill.
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers responded to reports of a commercial robbery in the area of Forestwood Street and Major Mackenzie Drive West. On scene, officers learned a masked male entered the store, brandished a firearm and stole a quantity of cash.
The suspect fled before police arrived at the scene.
The victim was not physically injured.
The suspect is described as male, with a dark complexion, approximately 6’3” to 6’5” tall, between the ages of 28 and 30. He was last seen wearing a black ski mask, black gloves, a red jacket and black shoes with white soles. He was seen carrying a black firearm with silver trim.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be sent online at www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable Kevin Nebrija
26-71731
March 3, 2026
