WINDSOR POLICE Case numbers: #25-303071, 25-303101, 25-303054

Windsor Police Service seek two suspects in string of retail thefts

The Windsor Police Service is seeking two suspects in a series of retail thefts involving more than $7,500 worth of merchandise.

On May 24, 2025, the suspects targeted two separate pharmacies, stealing approximately $6,800 worth of cosmetics. Additionally, the suspects targeted a third local retailer, stealing approximately $720 worth of merchandise.

In all three incidents, the individuals selected a large quantity of items and exited the stores without making any attempt to pay.

The first suspect is described as a Middle Eastern female, approximately 5’6" tall, who was wearing a hijab at the time of the incidents.

The second suspect is described as a Middle Eastern male, approximately 5’11" tall with a large build and short black hair.

The two suspects are wanted on charges of theft under $5,000.

Anyone with information that could help identify or locate the suspects is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service Retail Theft Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4000. Information can also be submitted anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

The Windsor Police Service is seeking the public’s help identifying a suspect involved in a large-scale financial fraud.

On May 1, 2025, the suspect entered a currency exchange in the 3200 block of Dougall Avenue and used a fraudulent Canadian passport to obtain $130,000 in U.S currency.

The suspect is described as a white female, approximately 35 to 45 years old, with a medium build and long brown hair. At the time of the incident, she was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, grey pants, and black running shoes.

The suspect is wanted on five charges, including fraud over $5,000, uttering a forged passport, and possession of property obtained by crime.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Financial Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4330. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online.

The Tecumseh Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is looking for suspects following a distraction theft on the 29th of April 2025 at a retail business parking lot on Manning Road in the Town of Tecumseh.

Shortly before noon, an elderly shopper who was approaching her parked car when a male suspect told her that she had a mechanical issue underneath her car.

While distracted by the conversation, the shopper’s wallet was pickpocketed from her purse. 

Once the shopper arrived home, she realized she was the victim of a pickpocket theft as thousands of dollars were withdrawn from her bank account.

The male suspect was described as a 5’11”, white slender build, with grey hair, narrow mustache, spoke in a European accent wearing a black jacket and vest.

A female suspect was described as 5’4”, white slender build, with a blue ball cap, a surgical mask covering her face, glasses, blue pants and white sneakers.

Anyone with information can call the OPP at 1 888 310 1122 or information can also be provided to Windsor and Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519 258 8477 or here online.

Crime Prevention Tips:

• If you are wearing expensive jewellry, ensure that it is properly affixed and not easily removed.

• If possible, conceal your jewellery under clothing.

• Be wary of strangers who do not respect your personal space or touch you in any way.

• Walk with a friend whenever possible.

• Be aware of who is around you and report any suspicious or criminal incident immediately to the Police or anonymously to Crime Stoppers.

The Essex County OPP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying  the suspect  wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Sunday May 4th at 11:38 p.m. at a retail business in the 12000 block of Tecumseh Road East in the Town of Tecumseh.

 The suspect brandished a knife at an employee while stealing currency and store merchandise.

 The suspect is described as a 6 foot tall, 200 lbs white male wearing a black mask and a black hoodie depicting a grey “Zoo York” logo.

 Anyone with information is asked to call the OPP. Tipsters can also reach out to Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at Catchcrooks.com

The Windsor Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance identifying five suspects wanted in connection with a weekend stabbing.

Shortly after 3 a.m. on April 27, 2025, officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 900 block of Hall Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a 48-year-old man suffering from serious injuries.

Through investigation, officers learned that two suspects had entered a convenience store in the 900 block of Wyandotte Street East and stole items before fleeing. The victim, a patron at the store, followed the suspects outside and confronted them. He was subsequently beaten and stabbed.

Major Crimes investigators have obtained video surveillance footage showing the suspects in the area at the time of the incident. The suspects are described as follows:

Suspect 1: White male wearing a purple Playboy sweater with a white hood, black pants, and a white mask.

Suspect 2: Individual wearing a black hoodie and black pants, with a red bandana used as a mask.

Suspect 3: Dark-haired individual wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and black shoes.

Suspect 4: Male wearing a black, grey, or green zip-up sweater, black pants, black socks, and black slides.

Suspect 5: Black male wearing a white hoodie, grey pants, and dark shoes.

Investigators are asking businesses and residents in the area to check their surveillance and dashcam footage between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. on April 27 for any evidence that may assist in the investigation.

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime StoppersStoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

The Windsor Police Service Major Crimes Unit are searching for a suspect following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall jewelry store.

 Shortly after 5 p.m. on Friday the 4th of April, 2025, officers responded to a robbery at a jewelry store located inside a mall in the 7600 block of Tecumseh Road East.

A 6’ tall slim white male suspect wearing a face covering entered the store, used a weapon to smash a glass showcase, and stole an estimated $50,000 worth of jewelry. The suspect then ran to a black GMC Sierra in the parking lot and fled the area prior to police arrival.

 The store employees did not sustain any physical injuries.

 At the time of the robbery, the suspect wore a blue scarf over his face, a black baseball cap, a black hooded sweater, orange and black gloves, black jeans, and white and black sneakers.

 The getaway vehicle is described as a black GMC Sierra with chrome accents, chrome five-spoke wheels, and a Z71 decal on its bed.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Windsor-Essex Crime Stoppers at 1 800 22 TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

February 14th marked the 30th anniversary of the brutal unsolved murder of Diane Dobson.

Ms. Dobson, a 36-year-old mother of three, was last seen walking down Prince Road around 5:45 p.m. on February 14, 1995. The next day, her battered body was found in a ditch at Windsor’s Brighton Beach. A preliminary investigation revealed that Ms. Dobson was violently murdered, with a blow to the head as the official cause of death.

Investigators are hopeful that developments in DNA technology may assist in solving this case.

A photograph of Diane Dobson can be located on our website, catchcrooks.com

If you know any information about this cold case and wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or online at catchcrooks.com.  You could receive a reward of up to $20,000.

Two heavy 12 foot gates preventing motorized vehicles from accesssing the Cypher Systems Greenway in Essex were stolen sometime between the 19th and 24th of March 2025.

Thievs used a significant amount of preparation as the removal of these gates would have required advanced tools and loading the heavy gates into a large trailer.

If you know of any information about this theft and wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 519 258 TIPS or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com

You may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

(LAKESHORE, ON) - Police are investigating a break-in and theft from a residence in Lakeshore.

On Friday, March 7, 2025, at approximately 3:27 p.m., four individuals attended a residence on Daniela Crescent in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

The individuals arrived in a blue or dark grey SUV (possibly a Hyundai Sante Fe) and gained access to the house and removed numerous items. They then left in the SUV.

Suspects were described as four slim male parties who all wore surgical masks and dark baseball caps. One suspect wore a light grey sweater and had a backpack, one wore an olive green coloured sweater and one wore a plaid shirt. and is appealing to the public for assistance to identify those responsible.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.