Six youths have been charged in connection with a failed jewelry store robbery in Toronto after a stolen vehicle was located in Vaughan.
York Regional Police conducted an investigation into the stolen Acura TLX sedan on Friday, March 14, and identified six suspects as being associated to the stolen vehicle, a news release said.
Investigators maintained observations of the vehicle that travelled to the area of Billy Bishop Way and Wilson Avenue, where five suspects exited carrying sledgehammers and bags. The suspects approached a jewelry store and attempted to force entry, however they failed to gain access, police said.
With the assistance of the emergency response, canine and air support units, the suspect vehicle was contained and after a brief foot pursuit, six youths were taken into custody, police said. One suspect remains outstanding.
Charged:
- A 16-year-old, of Brampton
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- Disobeying Order of Court x2
- A 16-year-old, of Toronto
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- A 16-year-old, of Toronto
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- A 17-year-old, of Toronto
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- A 17-year-old, of Brampton
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- A 17-year-old, of Vaughan
- Robbery with a Weapon
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
- Possession of Automobile Master Key
York Regional Police reminds business owners and employees to be alert at all times.
- Security systems, including alarms and cameras, should be installed, monitored and regularly maintained.
- At night, or when there are minimal staff, or in businesses stocked with valuables, consider locking the doors and using a buzz-in system with a video-recorded entrance that has two-way voice communication to speak with customers before letting them in.
- If you don’t feel comfortable, trust your instincts.
- Contact the police promptly if you observe suspicious or criminal behavior.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
