Police Looking to Identify Suspect in Hate-Motivated Graffiti Incidents
Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect responsible for multiple hate-motivated graffiti incidents in Whitby.
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025 members of Central West Division responded to multiple locations of hate-motivated graffiti in Whitby. The language involved is offensive and has a significant impact on our Muslim community. Efforts were immediately taken to remove the graffiti and the investigation remains ongoing. The DRPS Hate Crime Unit is assisting with the investigation.
Investigators are appealing for video footage, including security footage or dashcam, from the following areas:
- Tuesday, May 20, between 2:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. on Thickson Road South between Consumers Drive and Dundas Street East
- Tuesday, May 20, between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. on Dundas Street between Hopkins Street and Annes Street.
A photo of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca
The suspect is described as: male, slim build, wearing dark coloured jacket and pants.
The Durham Regional Police Service does not tolerate any form of hate speech or hate-motivated crimes in our community. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all residents. Acts of hatred and discrimination have no place in our Region, and we will continue to work diligently with our partners and the public to prevent and address these incidents.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Central West Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 at ext. 1805.
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.
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