Witnesses sought after bystander helps foil attempted Vaughan carjacking

Published Oct 28, 2024 • 1 minute read

Suspect wanted in an attempted carjacking probe. Photo by York Regional Police

York Regional Police are looking for witnesses after a civilian intervened in an attempted carjacking in Vaughan.

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On Thursday at 7 p.m., police received a call of an attempted carjacking in the area of Major Mackenzie Dr. and Weston Rd.

The victim was in the passenger side of a vehicle when the suspect opened the driver-side door. The suspect told the victim that he had a gun and told her to get out of the vehicle.

A civilian intervened, causing the suspect to exit the vehicle. The suspect produced a firearm, but fled on foot.

There were no reported injuries.

The suspect is a 5-foot-6 Black male between 18 and 19 years old with a medium build. He was wearing a grey hooded sweater, black track pants and a blue surgical mask.

Anyone with information is asked to contact 1-866-876-5423, Ext. 6630, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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