Man injured after confronting car thieves in Toronto: police

Toronto police say a man was injured when he confronted two suspects who were allegedly stealing a vehicle from a driveway this morning.

Police initially reported that the man had been stabbed but later said the victim was actually hit with a “hard object.”

They say his injury is non-life-threatening.

The incident occurred in the Dufferin Street and Rogers Road area around 3:40 a.m.

Police say two male suspects were attempting to steal a vehicle from a driveway when a man confronted them.

Police say the suspects fled the area without being able to steal the vehicle.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 23, 2025.

The Canadian Press