Police Search for Suspect After Break-and-Enter in Pickering

Police are looking for a male suspect after he broke into a Pickering business.

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a male operating a dark-coloured SUV attended 24/7 Vacuum Excavation located at 1720 8th Concession Road in Pickering.  The suspect used bolt cutters to remove chains locking the front gate. The suspect then attempted to steal diesel fuel from two separate fuel tanks before leaving the area.

The suspect is described as: male, White, approximately 5’7” – 5’8” tall, with a heavy build.  He was wearing a black Under Armour hoodie, and black pants.

The suspect vehicle is described as: a dark-coloured SUV, with rear passenger-side wheel different from the rest.

A photo of the suspect and vehicle is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

Anyone who can identify this male or has any cellphone, dash cam, surveillance footage or information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Obront of the West Crime Team at 1-888-579-1520 x 1905.

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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