Man Arrested in Mischief Investigation, Church Street and Carlton Street

Man Arrested in Mischief Investigation,
Church Street and Carlton Street

Broadcast time: 07:38 PM
Date: Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024
Unit: 51 Division
Case #: 2024-432982

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of an arrest made in a Mischief investigation.

It is alleged that:

• on Monday, February 26, 2024, at approximately 9 p.m., a man was walking northbound on Church Street from Carlton Street
• the man damaged several windows in the area and a vehicle
• witnesses held the man and called police
• police arrived on scene and arrested the suspect

Jessie Wagg, 31, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. two counts of Mischief - Over ($5000)
2. Breach of Probation

He was scheduled to appear at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 10 a.m., in courtroom 106.

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Constable Victor Kwong for Detective Sergeant Jeff Alderdice

Two Youths arrested in Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over Investigation, Wellesley Street East and Parkview Avenue area

Two Youths arrested in Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over Investigation,
Wellesley Street East and Parkview Avenue area

Broadcast time: 08:00 AM
Date: Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024
Unit: 51 Division, Provincial Carjacking Joint Task Force
Case #: 2024-408103

The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of arrests made in a Possession of Property Obtained by Crime investigation.

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, police responded to a call for a Break and Enter in the Sheppard Avenue East and Shaughnessy Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

• suspects gained entry into a residence by breaking the glass on the front door 
• the homeowner heard the noise and observed that his Range Rover vehicle had been stolen from the driveway
• the remaining suspects fled in a vehicle

On Friday, February 23, 2024, at approximately 2:57 p.m., police responded to a Suspicious Incident in the Sheppard Avenue East and Shaughnessy Boulevardarea.

It is further alleged:

• a resident in the area reported a Range Rover vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the neighbourhood and then parking
• the two occupants of the vehicle fled the area on foot leaving the vehicle behind
• they were wearing masks and hooded tops and carrying a bag
• 51 Division officers attended the area and determined the vehicle was stolen
• the occupants were located during a search of the area and arrested
• a firearm was also located

Two male youths, both 17*, of Toronto, have been arrested and charged with:

1. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 
2. Careless Storage of a Firearm 
3. Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon
4. Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition 
5. Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition 
6. Possession of a Firearm, Prohibited Or Restricted Weapon Obtained by Crime 

One of the male youths, 17*, received an additional charge of:

1. Fail to Comply with Release Order 

They are scheduled to appear in court at the Toronto Regional Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 10 a.m., in room 107.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

**Please refer to Section 110, Subsection 1, of the YCJA:

110. (1) Subject to this section, no person shall publish the name of a young person, or any other information related to a young person, if it would identify the young person as a young person dealt with under this Act.***

About the Provincial Carjacking Joint Task Force (PCJTF)

As a result of the rising incidents of violence related to auto crimes across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), local police services have combined resources and established a Provincial Carjacking Joint Task Force (PCJTF) to further co-ordinate law enforcement efforts in combating these crimes.

This collaborative approach aims to disrupt the networks responsible for violent and high-risk auto thefts and maximize enforcement efforts against criminal organizations.

Co-led by the Toronto Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police, the task force is a collaboration between police services from across the GTA, including York Regional Police, Halton Regional Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Peel Regional Police, and other external agencies, including Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario.

Click here for more information about the PCJTF.

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Constable Sinderela Chung for Inspector Ted Lioumanis

Waterfront Neighbourhood Community Officer Quarterly Meeting

Waterfront Neighbourhood Community Officer Quarterly Meeting

Date:  Monday March 4, 2024

Time:  6:00pm

Location:  St. Lawrence Community Centre, 230 The Esplanade

• Speak to your Neighbourhood Community Officers (NCOs) 

• Receive updates on safety issues, incidents, and trends

• Ask questions

The Village Neighbourhood Community Officer Quarterly Meeting

Date:  Monday March 4, 2024

Time:  1pm-2pm

Place:  560 Church Street

• Speak to your Neighbourhood Community Officers (NCOs) 

• Receive updates on safety issues, incidents, and trends

Downtown Yonge Community Town Hall with the Neighbourhood Community Officers (NCOs)

Downtown Yonge Community Town Hall with the Neighbourhood Community Officers (NCOs)

Date:  February 21, 2024

Time:  4:30-6:30

Location:  Holiday Inn, 30 Carlton Street, Yorkville Room

Moss Park Neighbourhood Community Officer Quarterly Meeting

Moss Park Neighbourhood Community Officer Quarterly Meeting

When:  Feb 20,  doors open: 6:15pm

Where:  349 Ontario Street

• Speak to Neighbourhood Community Officers (NCOs)

• Updates on safety issues, incidents, and trends

• Winter Safety Tips

• How to avoid being scammed

Regent Park Neighbourhood Community Officers Quarterly Update Meeting

Public Advisory: Basement Flooding Protection Scam

Public Advisory: Basement Flooding Protection Scam

Broadcast time: 08:00 AM
Date: Wednesday, Feb 14, 2024
Unit: Financial Crimes
Case #: N/A

 The Toronto Police Service – Financial Crimes Unit is making the public aware of persons falsely claiming to be from the City of Toronto’s Basement Flooding Protection Program and attempting to gain access to residents’ homes.

Residents are advised to exercise caution when solicited for any service and when sharing personal information with people unknown to them. The City of Toronto does not conduct door-to-door sales of any kind and does not sell, partner with, nor endorse any products or services.

If you have concerns about any person at your door or suspect fraud, please:

• Do not let the person into your home.
• Report it to the Toronto Police Service Non-Emergency line at 416-808-2222.
• Report the incident to the City of Toronto by calling 311, visiting the 311 website at Customer Experience – 311 – Toronto at Your Service – City of Toronto or on the 311 Mobile App.
• Report it to Consumer Protection Ontario at 416-326-8800 or at Consumer Protection Ontario | ontario.ca

More information about fraudulent Toronto Water calls and helpful advice for residents is on this webpage: Fraudulent Toronto Water Calls-Scam - sump pump - sanitation - City of Toronto

Other relevant information:

• When conducting construction/maintenance work in neighbourhoods, the City will deliver notices to affected households that clearly state the purpose of the work and if access to homes/buildings is required - and when there is work where no access is required. 
• When access is required, residents are provided with the contact information of the onsite lead/contractor and the field ambassador. Staff working for or on behalf of the City have identification.
• Residents can contact 311 with any questions or concerns, including to verify the identity of City employees or contractors.

More information on planned construction in each ward is available on the City’s website: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/data-research-maps/neighbourhoods-communities/ward-profiles/

Anyone who has information, or who thinks they may have been a victim of this scam, should contact police at 416-808-2222, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Constable Sinderela Chung for Detective David Coffey

Toronto Police Service to Enforce Paid On-Street Parking on Statutory Holidays

Toronto Police Service to Enforce Paid On-Street Parking on Statutory Holidays,
Effective February 19, 2024

Broadcast time: 11:00 AM
Date: Monday, Feb 12, 2024
Unit: Parking Enforcement
Case #: n/a

 Effective February 19, 2024, the Toronto Police Service will begin enforcing paid on-street parking on statutory holidays in Toronto. Historically, the Toronto Police Service’s Parking Enforcement Unit did not enforce paid on-street parking on these holidays, a decision rooted in past bylaws and operational choices.

This change is a response to the evolving needs of our growing city, where the demand for parking has significantly increased. The enforcement of paid on-street parking on statutory holidays is a measure to address the increasing competition for curb space and the need for efficient parking management.

Key Points of the New Enforcement Policy:

• Start date: The enforcement of paid street parking on statutory holidays will begin on February 19, 2024.
• Reason for change: Increased competition for curb space due to streetcar corridors, bike lanes, CaféTO, and other infrastructure developments are highlighting the necessity for more consistent parking enforcement.
• What parking is impacted: this change relates to on-street parking only, which is enforced by the Toronto Police Service’s Parking Enforcement Unit.
• Who made the change: this is an operational decision being made by the Toronto Police Service, who enforce on-street parking. Historically, it has been a practice not to enforce, but there are no by-laws that explicitly exempt statutory holidays from enforcement and this change aligns with existing bylaws that permit enforcement on those days.
• Where does the money go: On-street parking rates are controlled by, and collected for, the City of Toronto.

Learn more under ‘Holiday Parking’: About Parking Violations – City of Toronto

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Devika Deonarine for Brian Moniz

Man to Be Identified in an ongoing Fraud Investigation, SickKids Foundation Fraud

Man to Be Identified in an ongoing Fraud Investigation,
SickKids Foundation Fraud

Broadcast time: 12:04 PM
Date: Saturday, Feb 03, 2024
Unit: Financial Crimes
Case #: 2024-227782

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a man suspected in an ongoing Fraud investigation.

It is reported that:

• since November of 2023 there has been multiple reports of a man attending apartment buildings in the downtown core falsely portraying himself to be a canvasser for SickKids Foundation charity and soliciting cash donations on their behalf
• the man wears clothing and a false identity badge identifying himself as a canvasser for SickKids Foundation
• the man is not a legitimate canvasser for SickKids Foundation
• it has been reported he becomes aggressive and physically intimidating when challenged by complainants 

Images have been released                                                                      

The Toronto Police Service is urging the public not to confront the suspect but to call police with any information.

Toronto Police Service – Financial Crimes Unit advises the following:

• legitimate canvassers for SickKids Foundation wear an Identity card attached to a lanyard with the canvassers name, ID# and a QR code which can be scanned for additional information.
• SickKids Foundation does not canvass in apartment buildings and/or condominium buildings - ever.
• SickKids Foundation canvassers never solicit for cash donations and are forbidden for doing so. 
• if there is any doubt as to the legitimacy of a charity canvasser at your door please refer to the organizations’ website. 
• Further information regarding SickKids Foundation donations can be found at www.sickkidsfoundation.com/d2d

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5135, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Constable Laurie McCann for Detective Constable Adam Haberny

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