Toronto Police seeks information after a Leslieville office break-in involving a fire escape.

• Toronto Police published an appeal on October 5, 2026, concerning a September 14 office break-in.
• Police report that a fire escape was used to access the office near Queen Street East and Carlaw Avenue.
• Several boxes of electronics were reportedly taken.

According to Toronto Police, an October 5 appeal concerns a September office break-in in Leslieville involving access by a fire escape. Police say boxes of electronics were taken. The reported access route makes exterior approaches relevant to a security check, alongside doors and windows at ground level. As general prevention guidance, walk through the premises with the property manager and check that exterior doors close fully and locks engage. Include entry points beside exterior stairs in routine maintenance checks. Keep fire escapes clear and usable for evacuation, and leave changes affecting emergency exits to qualified professionals. Store portable electronics away from visible windows and maintain a record of identifying details. Check exterior lighting and report damaged fittings for repair. Physical resistance at entry points can add delay, giving alarms or people nearby more time to draw attention to an attempted entry.

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1. 01Ask the property manager to check locks at entry points beside exterior stairs.
2. 02Keep fire escapes clear and usable for evacuation.
3. 03Move portable electronics away from visible windows and record identifying details.

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