Toronto police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a group of five suspects involved in thefts targeting elderly individuals at ATMs. Between October 2024 and February 2025, five elderly victims reported incidents where their bank cards were stolen during ATM transactions. The thieves distracted their victims, stole their cards, and withdrew funds from their accounts. Police have released detailed descriptions of the suspects, emphasizing the importance of vigilance while using ATMs and suggesting that individuals remain aware of their surroundings to avoid becoming targets of such crimes.
Police are reminding the public to be vigilant at ATMs and to avoid letting anyone distract them during transactions, even if they appear helpful.
From October 2024 to February 2025, Toronto police received five reports of elderly individuals targeted at ATMs, highlighting a troubling trend in distraction theft.
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