The Toronto Police Service is asking for the public’s help in locating Samuel Smith, a man wanted for attempted murder after he reportedly “violently attacked” a woman in her apartment.
On February 14, at approximately 1:30 pm police responded to a violent assault in the West Road and Oak Street area.
According to the police, the man broke into an apartment and assaulted a woman — both allegedly know each other. After the attack he fled the scene in an unknown direction.
Smith, 24, is wanted for:
- Attempted murder
- Aggravated assault
- Threaten death
- Break and enter
- Unlawfully in a dwelling-house
- Mischief under $5,000
- Fail to comply probation
- Breach of recognizance
Smith is described as 6’2, 160-170 Ibs., with short black hair, brown eyes and has a scar on his left cheek.
The police advise to not approach Smith if he is seen and to call 9-1-1 immediately.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637).