On Canada Day, a robbery occurred at a cellphone store in a Richmond Hill mall near Yonge Street and Carrville Road around 4 p.m. York Regional Police responded after three suspects, two armed with a knife and a firearm, stole multiple phones before fleeing in a vehicle. Two suspects were apprehended in Toronto and face robbery-related charges, while the third remains at large. No serious injuries were reported, and the store’s operator, Freedom Mobile, has taken steps to enhance employee safety in collaboration with law enforcement. The investigation is ongoing.
York Regional Police received a report of a robbery at approximately 4 p.m. on Canada Day at a Freedom Mobile store located within a shopping mall in Richmond Hill, near the intersection of Yonge Street and Carrville Road. According to police, three individuals entered the store, with two suspects brandishing weapons—a knife and a firearm—while the third acted as a lookout or getaway driver.
The suspects forcibly took multiple cellphones before fleeing the scene in a vehicle. The prompt response from York Regional Police and coordination with Toronto Police Service led to the arrest of two of the suspects in Toronto shortly after the incident. Both individuals now face charges related to robbery, including possession of weapons during the commission of an offence.
The third suspect remains unidentified and at large, with police continuing to seek public assistance in locating this individual. Authorities have appealed to anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident or the fleeing vehicle to come forward.
Impact and Response
The incident resulted in no serious injuries to staff or bystanders. Freedom Mobile, the operator of the affected store, issued a statement expressing relief that employees were unharmed and outlined measures being implemented to bolster staff safety. These steps include enhanced security training and increased coordination with law enforcement agencies to prevent similar incidents.
Ongoing Investigation
York Regional Police continue to investigate the robbery, reviewing surveillance footage and gathering witness statements to build a comprehensive case. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and further information becomes available.
Authorities emphasize the importance of community vigilance and encourage residents to report any suspicious activity to aid in the apprehension of the remaining suspect.
The robbery at the Richmond Hill Freedom Mobile store on Canada Day highlights both the challenges law enforcement faces in addressing armed criminal activity and the importance of community cooperation. With two suspects already in custody and investigations ongoing, authorities remain focused on apprehending the third individual while ensuring public safety. Freedom Mobile’s commitment to enhancing employee security and the continued coordination between police agencies demonstrate a proactive approach to preventing future incidents. Residents are encouraged to stay alert and provide any pertinent information to support the investigation as it develops.