Halton Police Warn Online Sellers After Armed Robbery at Toronto Premium Outlets

Halton police are warning residents who buy and sell online to take extra precautions after a man was robbed at gunpoint during a Facebook Marketplace meetup near Milton.

What Happened

According to FM101 Milton Now, Halton police say a man arranged to sell jewelry to someone who had contacted him through Facebook Marketplace and agreed to meet on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. When he arrived at the parking lot of Toronto Premium Outlets, he was met by three men. Police say one of the suspects grabbed the jewelry, valued at more than $5,000, and fled with the other two in a dark-coloured pickup truck, and that the driver was armed with a firearm. No physical injuries were reported.

Police are seeking three male suspects, described as being in their 20s, and have released further descriptions as part of their appeal for information. Investigators say anyone who recognizes the suspects or has relevant information should contact police, and the investigation is ongoing.

Key Details

• The robbery happened Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in the parking lot of Toronto Premium Outlets, according to FM101 Milton Now, citing Halton police.

• A man selling jewelry through Facebook Marketplace was confronted by three men when he arrived to meet a buyer.

• One suspect grabbed the jewelry, valued at more than $5,000, and the group fled in a dark-coloured pickup truck; police say the driver had a firearm.

• No physical injuries were reported.

• Police are seeking three male suspects, described as being in their 20s, and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Community Impact

Online marketplaces are popular with Milton residents, and police say a few simple precautions can lower the risk during in-person meetups. Where possible, meet in a busy, well-lit public place during daylight hours, such as a designated safe-exchange or buy-and-sell zone offered by Halton police; bring a friend; let someone know where you are going; and take extra care with high-value items. Anyone who feels unsafe during a transaction should leave and contact police.

Background

Robberies and thefts tied to online-marketplace meetups have prompted police services across the region to promote designated safe-exchange locations for in-person sales. Anyone with information can contact Halton police at 905-825-4777 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

Source: FM101 Milton Now - https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/08/21/a-man-selling-jewelry-on-facebook-marketplace-was-robbed-after-meeting-with-the-potential-buyer/

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