Male Wanted After Armed Robbery in Ajax

Police are searching for a male who made threats while stealing cash from a gas station in Ajax.

On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at approximately 1:40 a.m., members of West Division responded to a robbery call at the Esso Gas Station, located at 211 Bayly Street East.  A male entered the business and made threats toward an employee while stealing cash from the register.  The suspect fled the area prior to police arrival.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The suspect is described as: male, White, wearing a dark jacket, and dark pants.

Anyone with cell phone, dash cam, surveillance footage, or information about this incident is asked to contact the Robbery Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5355.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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