Suspect wanted for allegedly assaulting senior at North York subway station

The Toronto Police have requested the public’s assistance locating a man wanted for allegedly assaulting a senior on Line 1 in North York last week.

According to police, on Thursday, June 6, a man entered the North York Centre subway station. At the same time, a 67-year-old man was trying to make his way to an oncoming train.

Police say the man then blocked the path of the 67-year-old and assaulted him, causing him to fall to the ground.

The victim suffered significant injuries, according to police.

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The suspect was last seen exiting the train at another subway station.

He is described as 6-feet tall, in his 20s, with a thin build. He was wearing a red baseball cap, a white shirt, blue ripped jeans, and white shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or online.

Toronto Police Service