The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public's assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of a breach of his Statutory Release.

 Joshua GRAY is described as a Caucasian male, 44 years of age, 5'10'' (178cm), 140 lbs (63.5 kgs) with brown hair and green eyes. GRAY has numerous tattoos;

•  Letters-Left Hand

• Joker Skull-Left Upper Arm

• Person with Bandana with Pistol-Left Upper Arm

• A Cross-Left Upper Arm

• 2 owls-Left Upper Arm

• 'Believe'-Right Forearm

• Skull-Right Upper Arm

• Angry Rodent-Right Foot

• A Design-Right Ribcage

He is currently serving a 6-year, 9-month and 9-day sentence due to:

•  Armed Robbery

• Possess Schedule I Substance for Purpose of Trafficking

• Disguise with Intent

• Possess Schedule I Substance.

The offender is known to frequent the London, Sarnia, and Toronto areas. Information has been obtained the offender may have left Ontario and could be elsewhere in Canada.

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-60161

Suspect sought for $130,000 currency fraud

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

On May 7, 2025, a man entered a currency exchange business in the 3200 block of Dougall Avenue. Using a fraudulent Canadian passport, he transferred approximately $138,000 CAD to the financial institution in exchange for $100,000 USD. Once the U.S. funds were obtained, the suspect cancelled the Canadian transfer, resulting in a loss of roughly $130,000 to the business.

The suspect is described as a white man, 20 to 30 years old, approximately 5’9” tall, with a medium build, fair complexion, and brown hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a blue baseball hat, black shirt, grey pants, and white shoes.

The suspect is wanted on five charges, including:

• Fraud over $5,000

• Obtaining funds by a false pretense over $5,000

• Uttering a forged passport

• Possession of property obtained by crime

• Possession of an identification document of another

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Service 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 at www.catchcrooks.com.

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-62380

Investigation underway after break-in and assault

The Windsor Police Service is investigating after a woman was attacked during an early morning break-in at her South Windsor home.

Shortly before 3 a.m. on June 22, 2025, police responded to a report of a break-and-enter at a residence in the 3300 block of Askin Avenue. Officers learned that an unknown male had unlawfully entered the house and assaulted an adult female who was asleep at the time. She fought back, and the suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction following a brief struggle.

The victim sustained minor physical injuries as a result of the incident.

Responding officers, assisted by a K9 unit, immediately conducted a search of the area but were unable to locate the suspect.

The Major Crimes Unit is leading the investigation and believes the incident was targeted and isolated. Investigators urge residents in the area to review any dashcam or home surveillance footage between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. for potential evidence.

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

Police seek help identifying theft suspect

Case #: 25-302606, 25-303614

The Windsor Police Service is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect following two separate thefts of a Pride flag at the same residence.

On May 2, 2025, officers received a report of theft at a residence in the 200 block of Moy Avenue. Through investigation, officers learned that an unknown male approached the front porch and ripped down the home’s Pride flag, breaking the flagpole in the process. On June 13, 2025, a similar occurrence took place at the same residence, resulting in a second flag being stolen.

The suspect in the May 2 incident is described as a Middle Eastern male with black afro-style hair and a short black beard and moustache. At the time of the incident, he wore a grey hoodie and black track pants with white stripes.

Investigators ask residents and business owners in the area to check their surveillance or dashcam footage from May 2 and June 13, 2025, between 8 - 10 p.m., for evidence that may assist with the investigation.

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

Early on the morning of June 14h 2025, shortly before 7 a.m., LaSalle Police Service received a report of a stolen e-bike from the 1600 block of Normandy Street. The suspect was viewed on video surveillance exiting a newer model black Dodge Durango before stealing the e-bike, and fleeing the area. Anyone with information that can assist in identifying the suspect or involved vehicle is asked to contact Cst. McInnis at tmcinnis@lasallepolice.ca or anonymous information can be sent to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477.

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