Video shows Ontario senior being robbed in broad daylight at her home
A senior in Ontario was robbed in broad daylight in what is being
described as distraction theft
by the Hamilton police.
Distraction theft is when the victim’s attention is diverted. The suspects take that as an opportunity to steal or to gain entrance into homes.
In the
, the suspect is identified as a 40-year-old female. The woman rings the door bell and waits until the elderly homeowner comes to the door at which point the suspect hugs and kisses the homeowner and puts a fake necklace around her neck while stealing a gold one. There is a steady stream of conversation during which time the victim doesn’t notice anything amiss, instead she thanks the suspect for the greetings and the fake necklace that the victim, from what it appears in the video, perceives as a gift.
🚨 Can you help us identify this suspect?
On Sept 8, 2025, a senior in Flamborough was targeted in a distraction theft. The suspect placed fake jewelry on the victim while stealing their gold necklace.
👩 Female, approx. 40 yrs, 5’7”, medium build
🚗 Dark vehicle with… pic.twitter.com/CNOkvbDemA
— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) September 16, 2025
The incident is said to have taken place earlier this month at around 3:30 pm E.T. and the police are seeking public’s help to catch the suspect by releasing the video under the caption: “
Can you help us identify this suspect?”
The police are also sounding the alarm over a sharp increase in distraction theft. The police said there were nine cases of distraction thefts in Hamilton in 2021. The number rose to 54 in 2024, and this year there have been 43 cases from January to August.
“Victims of distraction theft can be chosen due to their age, if they appear trusting, or if they speak little or no English,” the
said in a separate statement. The police further cautioned that victims shouldn’t pursue the suspects but must call authorities immediately.
“Get a good description of the suspect(s) including physical and clothing descriptions, any tattoos, scars and other prominent features. If they were in a vehicle, try to get the license plate number, colour and make of vehicle … This information can help the police identify and recover your property.”
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