$25k reward offered for info on suspect in robberies, mall shooting: Toronto police

Toronto police have announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted in a string of robberies and break-ins, including the shooting of a mall security guard last week.

Police say they responded to reports of a shooting at Fairview Mall just after 10 a.m. last Tuesday.

They allege the suspect stole items from a jewelry store, then shot and seriously injured a security officer before fleeing.

Police have identified the suspect as 53-year-old Kyle Douglas Prouse of Montreal, who they say is wanted for seven robberies and break and enters at banks and jewelry stores across Ontario and Quebec dating back to 2023.

Police say Prouse has ties to Toronto and Vancouver.

Police say the reward is time-sensitive and is in effect until June 30, and anyone with information is asked to contact investigators or Crime Stoppers.