Security Alert

January 22, 2026

The Department of Public Safety would like to make the Humber community aware of a Toronto Police investigation in which several females were accosted near TTC streetcar stops at Lakeshore Blvd. W. and Kipling Ave. See the TPS media release here: https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/65075/

The suspect is described as male, white complexion, 40 years of age, long dark hair (mullet style), clean shaven, grey coat with hood, black clothing underlayer (possible scarf), black pants, black shoes with white trimmed soles.

If needed, you can contact Public Safety at 416-675-8500 (if the encounter occurs on campus), or call Toronto Police Service at 416-808-2222 or 911 for emergencies, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.222tips.com

If you feel you have information to assist police, please quote incident #26-114619.

The Department of Public Safety would like to remind the community:

  • Do not engage with strangers if you feel unsafe.
  • Don’t “flash”/openly display valuable items, that could make you a target of theft/robbery.
  • Do not enter vehicles with unknown people.
  • Don’t be afraid to offend a stranger by walking away.
  • Add the Guardian App to your phone and use the Call Humber Security button for assistance when on campus.
  • Be aware of your surroundings and of others around you.
  • Buyer beware-if it’s too good to be true, it probably is. Don’t get scammed.
  • Make notes of descriptions of the potential suspect / vehicle / licence plate / what was said-asked / direction of travel.
  • Call security, or police if off campus, to report suspicious/concerning behaviour.
  • Security is available 24 hours a day and can be reached by calling 416-675-8500, or by using a campus emergency (code blue) phone or by using the ‘Call Humber Security’ button on the Guardian App.
  • Enter a place of safety with other people/witnesses’ present (e.g., coffee shop).
  • Walk in group. Avoid walking alone, especially at night-safety in numbers.
  • Avoid dark, isolated areas.
  • Campus Walk is available 24 hours a day, by calling security.