November 17,2025
RED FM News Desk
Toronto police have arrested a man following an incident in which a noxious substance was sprayed at a civic event in the city’s downtown core.
The incident occurred on Monday, November 17, 2025, at approximately 11:07 a.m., during a City of Toronto flag-raising ceremony near Queen Street West and Bay Street. Police allege that a man approached a participant at the event and sprayed them with a noxious substance. No injuries were reported.
The suspect fled the scene but was located and arrested a short time later by responding officers.
Police have identified the accused as Darren Richmond, 59, of Toronto. He has been charged with:
- Assault with a Weapon
- Administering a Noxious Substance with Intent
Richmond is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Friday, January 9, 2026
Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact the Toronto Police Service at 416-808-3500. Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 416-222-TIPS (8477) .
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