Toronto police are warning residents to be alert of swarming-type robberies occurring in two of the city's west-end parks.
Police say a gang of youths has committed at least nine robberies over the past two weeks in the Christie-Pitts and Dufferin Grove area.
Some of the victims have been beaten and taken to hospital for treatment.
The group -- made up of seven or more youths -- approaches victims and robs them of their valuables including iPods, laptops, cell phones, cash and pieces of identification.
Most of the attacks took place between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Anyone with information is asked to contact 14 division at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or online at www.222tips.com.
