TORONTO – Toronto police have released security images of suspects wanted in connection to a string of distraction thefts targeting seniors in the city’s east-end.
Police said four separate incidents have been reported between Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 on Victoria Park Avenue between Ellesmere Road and Eglinton Avenue East.
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In each case, it is alleged the suspects watched people as they used their debit card at an ATM.
When the victims got into their cars, a suspect would knock on the rear window indicating there is something under the car.
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When the victim gets out to see, another suspect would enter the vehicle and steal their wallets and debit/credit cards.
It is alleged the suspect then used the cards to withdrawal money.
Police believe there may be more victims and anyone with information is urged to come forward.
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