Toronto police seek 2 suspects after armed robberies during Kijiji sales

Toronto police are warning the public about armed robberies related to Kijiji listings.

Officers responded to theft reports in the city’s downtown core on July 9 and this Monday.

Investigators said potential buyers would arrange to meet sellers in response to ads for cell phones on Kijiji, and during the meetings the sellers were confronted by men wielding firearms.

They said the suspects, who fled in a newer model white or grey import SUV on both occasions, also demanded money.

Police said both suspects, described as men between 20 and 25 years old, are “armed, violent and dangerous” and people should call 911 if they spot them.

They are also “strongly urging” the public to use “extreme caution” when purchasing anything through online classified ads and to meet in a police station, public parking lot or well-lit public space during such exchanges.