News Release

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a suspect in a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

• on Friday, October 23, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the victim was walking in the Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area 
• the victim was approached by the suspect
• the suspect sexually assaulted the victim
• the victim did not sustain any physical injuries

The suspect is described as 6’3”, with a thin build, approximately 25-35 years old, with a short black beard. He was wearing a black toque, black sunglasses, a tan button-down jacket, black shirt, black sweatpants with dotted design down the sides, dark sneakers and was carrying a black laptop bag. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200.

A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault or get support in the community, please visit YourChoice.to.