Man wanted after allegedly stealing gold chain from Newmarket jewelry store

York Regional Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect who allegedly stole a gold chain from a jewelry store in Newmarket before fleeing on foot.

According to investigators, the theft occurred on June 1, 2026, at a jewelry store near Yonge Street and Davis Drive.

Police say the suspect entered the store and asked to try on a gold chain. After putting it around his neck, he allegedly ran out of the store without paying and was last seen fleeing on foot along Davis Drive.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5'9" tall with a medium build, short brown hair and a brown goatee. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt with white lettering, black pants, a black-and-white baseball cap, and black-and-white shoes.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident or the suspect's identity to contact the York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7142 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.