York Regional Police releasing images of a person of interest being sought in connection with two pharmacy robberies in the City of Markham.

On Thusday, June 8, 2021, Police responded to a pharmacy, located in the area of McCowan Road and Denison Street, for a report of a robbery.

Officers learned that one male suspect entered the store and threatened the employee with a firearm while demanding drugs. The suspect obtained various medications then fled the scene.

On Saturday, June 26, 2021, officers responded to a second pharmacy, located in the area of Ivanhoe Drive and 16th Avenue, for a report of a robbery.

Officers learned that male suspect entered the store and threatened the employee with a firearm, while demanding drugs. The suspect obtained various medications then fled the scene in a silver Toyota Rav 4.

PERSON OF INTEREST:

Male, Asian, thin build, 5’8” – 5’10”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423