Suspect identified in connection with assault at Toronto gas station
![Suspect A suspect wanted by police in connection with an assault with a weapon at a gas station Dec. 23, 2023 is pictured. (Toronto police / Handout)](/content/dam/cp24/en/images/2023/12/23/suspect-1-6700049-1703370940435.jpg)
Police have identified the suspect wanted in connection with an assault that took place at an east-end Toronto gas station.
It happened on Saturday, at around 12:05 a.m., in the area of Greenwood and Danforth avenues.
Officers said a man in his 20s went inside a gas station store when he was assaulted by a woman he didn’t know.,
- Download our app to get local alerts on your device
- Get the latest local updates right to your inbox
The man ran away and called police. Police said he was taken to the hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries that were believed to be caused by a sharp object.
In a news release Thursday, Toronto police said they are searching for 27-year-old Aaliyah Virgo in connection with the incident. She is wanted for assault with a weapon.
Police describe her as being five-foot-nine with short black hair. She was last seen wearing a dark hoodie with a white Reebok logo, blue jeans and brown boots at the time.
Anyone who sees her is asked to call 911, and urged not to approach her.
Police are asking anyone with information to call them at 416-808-5500 or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers.
With files from Hannah Alberga and Joshua Freeman
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
![](https://www.ctvnews.ca/polopoly_fs/1.6947356.1719843740!/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/landscape_800/image.jpg)
U.S. Supreme Court rules Trump has immunity for official, not private acts
The U.S. Supreme Court found on Monday that Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for any actions that were within his constitutional powers as president, but can for private acts, in a landmark ruling recognizing for the first time any form of presidential immunity from prosecution.
On July 1, 1916, a generation of Newfoundlanders died in one brief battle
Millions are celebrating Canada’s 157th birthday this year -- as they do every year -- with fireworks, food and family. In Newfoundland, it is a day of mourning for one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War.
You might live to be 100 years old. But will you be able to afford it?
Retirement has historically lasted about two decades, but for some Canadians it is now extending to twice that amount of time as more live well into their 90s and beyond. That's making some rethink their investments, savings, expenses and when to retire.
If you qualify for this tax credit, you can expect a payment in your bank account this week
The next quarterly GST/HST tax credit payment is expected to go out this week, according to the Canada Revenue Agency.
Scientists wary of bird flu pandemic 'unfolding in slow motion'
Scientists tracking the spread of bird flu are increasingly concerned that gaps in surveillance may keep them several steps behind a new pandemic, according to Reuters interviews with more than a dozen leading disease experts.
Eight 'tow truck-related' shootings in Toronto, no injuries reported: police
Toronto police are looking for a stolen vehicle in connection with at least eight separate shootings in the city over the weekend.
In his own words: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's message on Canada Day
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has released a video message to Canadians on Canada Day. Here's what he had to say, in his own words.
Calgary crews working to stabilize water system in final step toward service restoration
Crews are working to stabilize Calgary’s water system as the final step in restoring the city’s water service following a major feeder line break.
Possible indecent gesture at Euro 2024 game under investigation
England star Jude Bellingham is being investigated by UEFA over a potentially offensive gesture made during a European Championship win against Slovakia.