Vandals accused of spray-painting anti-Semitic messages in Markham

Police have released images of two suspects who are accused of spray-painting anti-Semitic messages.

By Denio Lourenco

Posted January 13, 2025 3:27 pm.

Last Updated January 14, 2025 11:10 am.

Investigators from the York Regional Police hate crime prevention unit are on the hunt for two suspects who are wanted in connection with an anti-Semitic incident that happened in Markham.

According to police, the two suspects broke into a commercial property near Yonge Street and Doncaster Avenue at approximately 2:40 a.m. on Friday.

Officers say the suspects vandalized the property, leaving behind significant damage and spray-painted anti-Semitic messages on the walls.

No suspect descriptions were provided. However, police have released surveillance images of the suspects in action.

Footage shows one individual wearing a black face covering and holding what appears to be a spray paint canister.

No other details were released.

Investigators encourage anyone with information to contact police.

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