Since July of 2017 an unknown male suspect has been responsible for several thefts at local businesses throughout Burlington and Oakville. On October 20th, 2017 the suspect attended three different stores, an eye glass store, a children’s clothing store and a health clinic in northeast Oakville and attempted to enter the staff rooms and remove cash and items of value from employee’s purses. When the suspect has been unsuccessful with entering the staff room, he proceeds to select various merchandise throughout the store and conceal it in a plastic bag.

The suspect is described as: Male Black, 45-55 years old, 5’10 with a heavy build. The suspect always wears a baseball hat, has a dark goatee and is typically well dressed.

Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity is encouraged to contact Detective Constable Mills at 905-825-4747 ext. 2285 or call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.com or by texting "Tip201" with your message to 274637 (crimes).