Ajax man wanted after attempted robbery and sexual assault in Toronto

Toronto police say they are searching for an Ajax man following a robbery and sexual assault at a Riverdale store.

Officers responded to the call about the robbery around 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday.

They claim the suspect entered the store near Gerrard Street East and Broadview Avenue, attempted to reach the cash register twice and sexually assaulted an employee.

According to police, 43-year-old Garrabet Istanboulian from Ajax is wanted for:

• Robbery/Assault with intent to steal
• Sexual harassment
• Violation of probation conditions

The Istanbul native is described as 1.70 m tall, of strong build, with long black hair and a thick greying beard.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 (TIPS).

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