News Release
Suspect Sought in Assault Investigation at a Demonstration,
Yonge Street and Grosvenor Street area,
Images Released
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in an Assault Causing Bodily Harm investigation.
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 4:55 p.m., police responded to a report for an Assault in the Yonge Street and Grosvenor Street area, during a demonstration.
It is alleged that:
- the victim was walking northbound on Yonge Street near Grosvenor Street and was engaged in a conversation with another demonstrator
- the suspect approached the victim from behind and punched the victim several times in the head without provocation causing the victim to fall to the ground
- the victim sustained injuries to their face and leg
The man is described as approximately 5'5" with a thin build and black hair. He was wearing prescription glasses, a grey jacket, dark grey sweatpants, and was carrying a black Under Armour backpack.
An image has been released.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.
