UPDATE: Suspect sought in Bird e-scooter thefts

UPDATE:

After seeing our social media post seeking to identify him, Pierre Bourassa, 54, turned himself in at Windsor Police headquarters shortly after 10 a.m. on August 20, 2026.

Bourassa is charged with mischief not exceeding $5,000.

Thanks to everyone who helped spread the word!

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WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 26-87473

UPDATE: Suspect sought in Bird e-scooter thefts

The Windsor Police Service is seeking the public’s help to identify a suspect in connection with the theft of several Bird e-scooters.

On August 5, 2026, officers began investigating after receiving reports that multiple Bird e-scooters had been stolen from multiple locations across Windsor. As part of the investigation, officers obtained surveillance video from the 300 block of Ouellette Avenue showing a suspect taking several e-scooters from the area.

One of the stolen e-scooters was later recovered cut in half in an alley near the 300 block of Ouellette Avenue. 

The suspect is described as a white male with a heavy build. At the time of the offences, he was wearing dark pants, a blue shirt, and a baseball hat.

If you can identify the suspect or have any information, please contact the Pawn Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7431. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.