Halton Regional Police Service said it is asking the public for help identifying a man who tried to steal a bicycle from a rider in Oakville in late August, then fled with the victim's sunglasses.
The incident happened at about 9:00 a.m. on Aug. 28, 2026, on Kerr Street. According to Halton Regional Police Service, an adult male victim was riding his bicycle when the male suspect approached him.
The suspect suddenly grabbed the bicycle's handlebars and attempted to pull the victim off the bike in an effort to take it, police said.
The suspect was unsuccessful in taking the bicycle, but stole the victim's sunglasses before fleeing on foot. He was last seen travelling west on Stewart Street.
The victim suffered minor physical injuries as a result of the altercation, according to Halton Regional Police Service.
Suspect description
Police have released a photo of the suspect and described him as a white man, middle aged, with a medium build and short brown or dark hair.
At the time of the incident, he was wearing dark sunglasses, a red short-sleeved shirt over a light-coloured long-sleeved shirt, dark pants, tan or brown shoes and dark gloves. He was also carrying a dark-coloured plaid jacket.
How to help
Anyone who may be able to identify the suspect is asked to contact the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777, ext. 2216.
The incident occurred in a busy corridor of south Oakville during the morning commute, and police are hoping someone in the area at the time may have information that could advance the investigation.
