Toronto police search for cyclist accused of sexual assault

Toronto Police Service is looking for a man suspected of sexually assaulting another individual while riding a bicycle on September 19, 2026, just before 3:30 p.m., at the intersection of McNicoll Avenue and Birchmount Road in Scarborough. The suspect remains unidentified, and police have confirmed that only one person is being sought in connection with the incident.

According to the department, the alleged assault occurred in the public space where McNicoll Avenue meets Birchmount Road, a busy junction in the eastern part of the city. Officers responded to the scene shortly after the reported time and are now conducting a targeted search for the cyclist who is believed to have been involved. The investigation is focused on locating the individual who allegedly used a bicycle as the means of transportation while committing the alleged sexual assault.

The case forms part of a broader, ongoing investigation by Toronto Police into multiple sexual‑assault reports across the city. While details of those other reports have not been released, the department has indicated that each incident is being examined individually and that resources are being allocated to ensure thorough follow‑up. The current search reflects the police service’s commitment to addressing sexual‑assault allegations promptly, regardless of the setting or method involved.

Police have not disclosed any additional descriptive information about the suspect beyond the fact that he was riding a bicycle at the time of the alleged assault. No further details about the victim, the nature of the assault, or any forensic evidence have been made public. The investigation remains active, and officers are reviewing surveillance footage and witness statements from the area around the time of the incident.

The Toronto Police Service emphasizes that the search is ongoing and that any new information could be critical to resolving the case. The department continues to monitor the situation closely as part of its larger effort to address sexual‑assault concerns throughout Toronto.