Police warn public of on-going distraction style thefts

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The Kingston Police are warning the public after receiving a report of a distraction style theft which occurred in a west end parking lot.

On October 25, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m. an elderly victim was approached in a west-end parking lot by two individuals looking for directions. While speaking with the victim, one of the individuals removed a necklace worn around the victim’s neck and replaced it with a cheap fake gold necklace without the victim noticing.

The suspects were described as a male and female of middle eastern decent, operating a grey sedan.

Police are reminding members of the public not to engage with anyone attempting to sell or solicit goods in parking lots, especially items such as jewellery. Police are also reminding the public not to let anyone place items on their person and to maintain personal space while in public.

Police encourage citizens to report similar incidents by contacting the Kingston Police at 613-549-4660 Ext. ‘0’ or by filing an online report at www.kingstonpolice.ca