"The number of home invasion victims in Toronto hit a 10-year high in 2024, with 231 victims across 149 incidents, according to Toronto police data."
"Mulvihill credits the security film she'd had installed on her front windows for keeping the would-be intruders at bay in February."
"Even though they were successful at breaking the glass, the film slowed them down not long enough for the police to come, but long enough for them to make a decision for themselves on the risk-reward."
"Knowing that my children, my family, the people I love and care for the most, our lives are at risk over a car speaks to a much broader economic-political issue."
Home invasions in Toronto reached a 10-year high in 2024, with 231 victims. Although incidents decreased in 2025, numbers are rising again. Riley Mulvihill experienced an attempted break-in but credited security film on her windows for preventing entry. This film slowed down the intruders, allowing time for them to reconsider their actions. Many homeowners are taking similar precautions to protect their families amid increasing crime rates, highlighting broader societal concerns about safety and security.
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