On May 2, 2026, the Toronto Police Service issued the following statement:
Case #: 2026-891054
The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a vehicle in a suspected hate-motivated Assault with a Weapon investigation.
It is reported that:
on Thursday, April 30, 2026, Toronto Police were made aware of an Assault that took place in the Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue West area
the victims were visibly identifiable members of the Jewish community
a suspect, who was in a vehicle, discharged a replica firearm at the victims (described as an Orbeez-type gun)
the victims sustained minor injuries
the suspect fled in a blue SUV
Video of the vehicle has been released. Click here to view.
This investigation is being treated as a suspected hate-motivated offence.