Suspect Sought After Gas Station Robbery in Ajax

A male suspect is wanted following a robbery at a gas station in Ajax.

On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at approximately 1:40 a.m., members of West Division responded to a robbery at the Esso Gas Station, located at 211 Bayly Street East, in Ajax.  A male entered the gas station and made threats toward an employee, while proceeding behind the cashier area.  The suspect stole a quantity of cash and fled the area prior to police arrival.

The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The suspect is described as: male, White, approximately 30-years-old.  He was wearing a white toque, and dark grey jacket, dark pants, and black shoes.

An image of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

Anyone with cellphone, dashcam, 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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