Nearly 2,000 bottles of perfume and cologne worth $319K seized in Toronto police investigation
Posted October 16, 2025 5:09 am.
Last Updated October 16, 2025 1:54 pm.
Toronto police say a Milton man has been arrested, and they are looking for a second suspect after nearly 2,000 bottles of high-end perfumes and colognes were allegedly stolen from retailers across the city.
In a news release, police said an investigation was launched on Sept. 29, following reports of multiple thefts from retail establishments.
On Oct. 13, officers executed a search warrant at a residence in Milton. During the search, police allege they recovered 1,880 bottles of designer fragrances, with an estimated retail value of approximately $319,000.
Police say Issam Ahmad, 23, of Milton, was arrested and charged with trafficking in proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000, possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000 and possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime for the purpose of trafficking over $5,000.
He is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 1.
Investigators are also searching for a second man, believed to be in his 20s, six feet tall, 180 pounds, with a thin build and a goatee. He is known to wear Adidas Yeezy 700. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.
