TORONTO – The rise in the number of street robberies has forced Toronto police to issue a public alert.
Authorities say the crimes have occurred in the areas bound by Eglinton Avenue East, Lawrence Avenue East, Brimley Road and Markham Road.
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The suspects seem to be targeting women from age 16-73 and wearing necklaces. A number of victims have also suffered minor injuries.
Police say multiple suspect descriptions were given. The suspects are described as either male, black, 19-22, 5’10″ to 6’, wearing hoodies and blue jeans or male, white, 15, medium build, possibly long hair worn in a ponytail, wearing a dark hoody.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
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