Suspect Sought Following Commercial Break-ins in Aurora

Investigators with the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect following three commercial break and enters in Aurora.

On Thursday, September 24, 2026, between approximately 2:30 a.m. and 3 a.m., the suspect broke into three restaurants in the area of Yonge Street and Brookland Avenue.

In each incident, the suspect smashed the front door and entered the business through the damaged door. Cash boxes were targeted in all three occurrences.

The suspect is described as male, approximately 5’10” tall, with a medium build. He was seen wearing black shoes, dark pants, a dark face covering and a dark camouflage-style coat with reflective material on the shoulders.

Shortly after 3 a.m., the suspect was observed walking westbound behind a plaza in the area. Investigators believe he arrived on foot from the Brookland Avenue area.

Anyone who was in the area at the time, or who has dashcam, residential or business surveillance video is asked to contact police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7141, or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS or online at www.1800222tips.com.

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