Suspects shot firework into vehicle during carjacking in North York: police
Posted June 14, 2023 3:22 pm.
Last Updated June 14, 2023 3:24 pm.
Toronto police are searching for multiple suspects following an armed carjacking that saw a firework shot inside the vehicle, burning the driver’s clothing.
Investigators were called to the Jane Street and Trethewey Drive area around 10:30 p.m. on May 22 for reports of a car theft.
It’s alleged that a male victim had been driving around in his vehicle with two friends when he stopped in a parking lot.
Police said six suspects approached the car, with one shooting a firework into the vehicle, causing burns to the victim’s clothing.
One suspect was armed with a handgun and pointed it at the victim while making a demand for the keys. The group then entered the victim’s vehicle and drove off.
Toronto police released security images of a carjacking in North York. Photo: Toronto police.
The stolen car is described as a black 2009 Audi A4 with the Ontario licence plate CYDS147. That vehicle has not yet been recovered by the police.
Investigators believe there were a number of witnesses at the time of the robbery and are asking anyone with information or digital recordings of the incident to contact them.
