Investigators with the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a Newmarket man following an investigation into a series of commercial break and enters in the Town of Newmarket and the surrounding areas.

In August 2026, investigators began looking into more than a dozen commercial break and enters that occurred during the early-morning hours between August 3 and August 16. The suspect forced entry into businesses overnight and targeted safes and cash registers.

Through the investigation, police identified a suspect responsible for at least 14 commercial break and enters in Newmarket.

On August 19, 2026, the suspect was taken into custody. A search warrant was executed at a residence in Newmarket, where officers recovered cash trays and break and enter tools.

Investigators believe there may be additional victims. Police are releasing a photograph of the accused and are appealing to business owners and members of the community who have information to come forward.

Charged:

  • Jonathan ALLAN, 46, of Newmarket

    Jonathan ALLAN

Charges:

  • Possession of Break in Instruments x10
  • Disguise with Intent x11
  • Break and Enter Commit x12
  • Break and Enter with Intent x2
  • Breach of Probation x11

At the time of the offences, ALLAN was on probation.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7142, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online.

Crime prevention is our shared responsibility: Find up-to-date crime data in York Region on the Community Safety Data Portal, or become a partner in community safety by signing up for the Security Camera Registry today.