Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Man in Harassment Investigation

York Regional Police #1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau is seeking public assistance to locate Baraa BADAWI, 31. BADAWI, of no fixed address, was released from the Ontario Court of Justice in Newmarket on June 25, 2026, under a release order.

Investigators determined that BADAWI breached the conditions of his release order during July and August 2026. A warrant has been issued for his arrest, as investigators have been unable to locate him.

Police have released an image of BADAWI and are asking for information regarding his whereabouts. He is known to frequent the downtown Toronto area. Police advise that anyone who knowingly assists a person in evading police may face criminal charges.