Suspect sought in break and enter investigation, Adelaide Street East and Berkeley Street area, Security images released

Suspect sought in break and enter investigation, Adelaide Street East and Berkeley Street area, Security images released

Tuesday, July 28, 2020 - 2:30 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance identifying a suspect as part of a break and enter investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Thursday, July 9, 2020, a man attempted to gain entry into a property in the Adelaide Street East and Berkeley Street area

- the incident was captured on a home security camera system

- after failing to get into the home, the man fled and proceeded to break into another property in the area

- nothing was stolen

Images of the suspect have been released in a bid to identify him. Anyone who recognizes the man, or has any information about the break ins, is urged to call police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Ashley Pickford, 51 Division

Community action leads to five arrests, Two loaded handguns and drugs recovered

Community action leads to five arrests, Two loaded handguns and drugs recovered

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 - 2:40 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

Five people have been arrested as part of a drugs investigation in the Regent Park area.

On Friday, July 17, 2020, 51 Division Neighbourhood Community Officers - who cover Regent Park - received information from the public about drug activity in the area.

An investigation was launched and five individuals have been arrested. It is alleged two loaded handguns and illicit drugs were also recovered.

51 Division would like to thank the public for their help in bringing this investigation to the point of arrests and charges.

Kal Tekolla, 23, of Toronto, George Legault, 23, of Toronto, Rondell Solomon, 20, of Ajax, Dawit Solomon, 23, of Toronto, and a 16-year-old boy, of Toronto, were all arrested and charged jointly with:

1) Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Knowing its Possession is Prohibited
2) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
3) Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
4) Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition
5) Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition
6) Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
7) Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Knowing its Possession is Prohibited
8) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
9) Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
10) Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device, or Ammunition
11) Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
12) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
13) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
14) Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition in a Motor Vehicle
15) Possession of Schedule I Substance For the Purpose of Trafficking CDSA 5(2) - Fentanyl
16) Possession of Schedule I Substance For the Purpose of Trafficking CDSA 5(2) - Crystal Methamphetamine
17) Possession of Schedule I Substance For the Purpose of Trafficking CDSA 5(2) - Powder Cocaine
18) Possession of Schedule I Substance For the Purpose of Trafficking CDSA 5(2) - Oxycodone
19) Possession for the purpose of Selling Cannabis - Cannabis Act 10(2)
20) Possession of proceeds of crime under $5000

They were all scheduled to appear at Old City Hall, on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at 10 a.m., in room 114.

The investigation remains ongoing and anyone with any information is urged to contact police.

***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.***

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

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Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Abdul Nuri, 51 Division

alleged firearms recovered

Public assistance requested, Man Wanted in numerous Break and Enter investigations, Richard Alexis, age 35, Image attached

Sunday, July 19, 2020 - 4:30 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a man wanted for a number of break and enter investigations throughout the city.

Richard Alexis, 35, of Toronto, is wanted for:

1. 3 counts of Possession of Property Obtained by crime over $5000
2. 1 count Flight while pursued by Peace Officer
3. 1 count Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
4. 3 counts Fail to Comply Probation

He is described as: 5'10", 182 lbs., brown eyes, short black hair. If you know of his whereabouts, please contact police.

If you have any information, please call 416-808-5100 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Paul Walker, 51 Division

Man Wanted Richard Alexis

Mischief Investigation, Bond Street and Gould Street, Three people charged

Mischief Investigation, Bond Street and Gould Street, Three people charged

Saturday, July 18, 2020 - 5:30 PM
52 Division:  416-808-5200

On Saturday, July 18, 2020, at approximately 9:20 a.m., police attended the area of Queen’s Park in regards to a Mischief.

It is alleged that:

- a man and two women were seen vandalizing a statue and surrounding concrete embankments in the area of Bond Street and Gould Street

- they left the area and police were called

It is further alleged that:

- police located the van at Queen’s Park

- a woman got out of the van, taking tubs of paint, and joined a crowd of people

- two men were located in the van, they were covered in paint

All three were arrested.

Police seized tubs of paint, spray paint, sidewalk chalk, stencils and rope from the van.

Daniel Gooch, 35, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. Three counts of Mischief Under $5,000
2. Conspiracy To Commit a Summary Offence

Danielle Smith, 47, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. Three counts of Mischief Under $5,000
2. Conspiracy To Commit a Summary Offence

Jenna Reid, 35, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. Three counts of Mischief Under $5,000
2. Conspiracy To Commit a Summary Offence

All three were provided access to counsel.

Daniel Gooch, and Danielle Smith have been released on a Promise to Appear.

Jenna Reid has been held for a Show Cause and will appear in court, on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at Old City Hall courts.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Thomas Ueberholz, 52 Division

Gun and Drug investigation, Moss Park, Three arrests made

Gun and Drug investigation, Moss Park, Three arrests made

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 - 8:50 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of arrests made in a gun and drug investigation.

On Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at approximately 3 p.m., officer were patrolling Moss Park.

It is alleged that:

- officers saw a drug transaction between two men

- the men were arrested and a quantity of fentanyl was seized

- also seized was a loaded Smith & Wesson .40 calibre semi-automatic firearm

- a tent in the park was being used to prepare and sell drugs

Matthew Stewart, 20, of Mississauga, is charged with:

1. Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
2. Possession of a Firearm Knowing Its Possession is Unauthorized
3. Possession of a Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
4. Possess Prohibited/Restricted Weapon Knowing No Authority
5. Careless Storage of a Firearm
6. Carry Concealed Weapon
7. Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace
8. Three counts of Possession for the Purpose of a Schedule I Substance
9. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
10. Seven counts of Fail to Comply with Probation
11. Possession of a Firearm While Prohibited

He will appear in court, at Old City Hall, on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 10 a.m., in room 101.

Rebecca Parades, 20, of Mississauga, is charged with:

1. Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
2. Possession of a Firearm Knowing Its Possession is Unauthorized
3. Possession of a Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
4. Possess Prohibited/Restricted Weapon Knowing No Authority
5. Careless Storage of a Firearm
6. Carry Concealed Weapon
7. Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace
8. Three counts of Possession for the Purpose of a Schedule I Substance
9. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000

She will appear in, court at Old City Hall, on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 10 a.m., in room 101.

Gabriel Nanie, 18, of Toronto, is charged with:

1. Possession for the Purpose of a Schedule I Substance
2. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000
3. Carry Concealed Weapon
4. Possess Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace
5. Eight counts of Fail to Comply Probation

He will appear in court, at Old City Hall, on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at 10 a.m., in room 101.

It is further alleged that, during the investigation, officers seized:

- 25 grams of Fentanyl
- 6.81 grams of Cocaine
- $822 dollars

Officers will continue to perform regular patrols of this area in response to numerous complaints from the community.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Cory Fougere, 51 Division

Homicide #34/2020, Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East area, Update, Connor Madison, 22, wanted for Second Degree Murder, Arrested

Homicide #34/2020, Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East area, Update, Connor Madison, 22, wanted for Second Degree Murder, Arrested

Monday, June 29, 2020
51 Division:  416-808-7400

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest made in a homicide investigation.

The Toronto Police Service received a radio call to attend the area of Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 11:34 p.m.

See previous release.

Toronto Police Homicide investigators, with the assistance of York Regional Police Service, located and arrested Connor Madison, 22, of Toronto.

He is charged with:

1. Second Degree Murder

He will appear, via video, in court at College Park on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at 10 a.m., in room 507.

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the York Regional Police Service for their assistance.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

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Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Ted Lioumanis, Homicide

Homicide #34/2020, Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East area, Update, Connor Madison, 22, wanted for Second Degree Murder

Homicide #34/2020, Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East area, Update, Connor Madison, 22, wanted for Second Degree Murder

Saturday, June 27, 2020 - 8:00 PM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a man wanted in a homicide investigation.

The Toronto Police Service received a radio call to attend the area of Ontario Street and Wellesley Street East on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 11:34 p.m.

See previous release.

Connor Madison, 22, of Toronto, is now wanted for:

1) Second Degree Murder

He is described as 5'8", 122 lbs., with short brown hair, and blue eyes.

Images of him are now released.

He is considered armed, violent, and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Ted Lioumanis, Homicide

Man wanted in homicide investigation, Connor Madison, 22

Man wanted in homicide investigation, Connor Madison, 22

Man wanted in homicide investigation, Connor Madison, 22

Man sought in stabbing investigation, Sherbourne Streeet and Shuter Street area

Man sought in stabbing investigation, Sherbourne Streeet and Shuter Street area

Saturday, June 27, 2020 - 10:30 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance identifying a man as part of a stabbing investigation.

On Thursday, June 25, 2020, at approximately 1 a.m., officers responded to a call for a stabbing in the Sherbourne Street and Shuter Street area.

It is reported that:

- a 38-year-old man was in the Moss Park area

- he was approached by another man

- they became involved in an altercation

- the 38-year-old man was attacked with a box cutter and machete

- he was transported to hospital with serious injuries

- the suspect fled the area

The suspect is described as black, mid 20s, 5'10", medium build, and unshaven. He was wearing a red scarf tied around his left arm and had no shirt on.

He is believed to be violent, armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone who has dashcam video, or any business owners in the area who may have security camera video, is asked to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective John Gallagher, 51 Division

Homicide #16/2020, O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street area, Update, Lashshantee Keslow, 21, charged with Second Degree Murder

Homicide #16/2020, O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street area, Update, Lashshantee Keslow, 21, charged with Second Degree Murder

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 10:20 PM
Homicide:  416-808-7400

The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on the investigation into Homicide #16/2020.

On Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 7:41 p.m., officers responded to a call for the sound of gunshots at O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street.

See previous news release.

It is alleged that:

- police and paramedics located a man with an apparent gunshot wound

- he was pronounced deceased at the scene

Lashshantee Keslow, 21, of Toronto, was arrested on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. He has been charged with:

1) Second Degree Murder

He is scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 9:30 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Please download the Toronto Police Service Mobile App for iOS or Android.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Alex Li, Corporate Communications, for Detective Tiffany Castell, Homicide

Search warrant executed in drug trafficking investigation, Yonge Street and Isabella Street area, Three people arrested and charged

Search warrant executed in drug trafficking investigation, Yonge Street and Isabella Street area, Three people arrested and charged

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 5:10 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

As part of an investigation into drug trafficking, the Toronto Police Service 51 Division Major Crime Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant on Friday, June 19, 2020. The warrant was for a tent in George Hislop Park, in the Yonge Street and Isabella Street area.

It is alleged that:

- drugs were sold from a tent

It is further alleged that drugs and cash were seized from the tent. This includes:

- 76.22 grams of crystal methamphetamine
- 16.23 grams of fentanyl
- $951.25 cash proceeds of crime

On Friday, June 19, 2020, Christopher Baksh, 39, and Maywell May, 32, both of Toronto, were arrested and charged with:

1. Two counts of Possess Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
2. Possess Proceeds of Crime

On Friday, June 19, 2020, Susana Matias, 44, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1. Two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Schedule I
2. Possession of Proceeds Obtained by Crime Under $5000

They were all scheduled to appear at court at Old City Hall on Saturday, June 20, 2020, 10 a.m., room 114.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Dustin McGrath, 51 Division

Sexual Assault Alert, Yonge Street and Isabella Street area, Man arrested and charged

Sexual Assault Alert, Yonge Street and Isabella Street area, Man arrested and charged

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 5:00 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is alerting the public to an ongoing sexual assault investigation in the George Hislop Park, Yonge Street and Isabella Street area.

It is alleged that:

- on Monday, June 22, 2020, at approximately 5 a.m., a 28-year-old woman was in the park

- she was sexually assaulted by a man

On Wednesday, June 24, 2020, Hatim Zedan, 34, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1. Sexual Assault
2. Fail to Comply Probation

He is scheduled to appear at court at College Park, on Thursday, June 25, 2020.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault, please visit our Sex Crimes website.

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Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Anthony Hampton, 51 Division

Two men arrested in "advance fee scheme" fraud investigation, Police believe there may be more victims, Update following further investigation

Two men arrested in "advance fee scheme" fraud investigation, Police believe there may be more victims, Update following further investigation

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 3:30 PM
Financial Crimes:  416-808-7300

The Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes Unit would like to advise the public of arrests made in an "advance fee scheme" fraud investigation.

Investigators are appealing to potential victims to come forward and speak to police.

An advance fee scheme occurs when victims are convinced into making advance or up-front payments for goods, services and/or financial gains that never materialize.

It is alleged:

- men purported to be from a law firm settling a class action lawsuit against alleged fraudulent precious gem brokers

- the men contacted victims who were believed to have been defrauded after investing in diamonds and gemstones

- the men promised large cash settlements from a lawsuit provided the victims first paid "attorney fees" in advance of receiving any payouts

- the information given to victims about the class action lawsuit settlement was false

- to date, the combined loss suffered by the victims is approximately $600,000

- the men used the following aliases while pretending to represent Ardern & Bennett LLP and Premier Credit Union:

Paul Bennett
David Ardern
James Greenstein
James Adelman

It is further alleged:

- police executed search warrants, and the evidence seized during these warrants has lead investigators to believe there may be additional victims

On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Erik Ariel Fishman, 40, of Vaughan, was arrested. He was charged with:

1. two counts of Possession of Proceeds of Crime Over $5000

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall, on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 in room 111.

On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Joseph Simon Rassi, 32, of Aurora, was arrested. He was charged with:

1. two counts of Fraud Over $5000
2. two counts of Conspiracy to Commit and Indictable Offence Over $5000

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall, on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 in room 111.

Shortly after the arrests, the Toronto Police Service received a number of complaints regarding another law firm, Caldwell & Stephens LLP, based in the City of Toronto.

It is reported:

- individuals purported to be from the law firm settling a class action lawsuit against fraudulent diamond and precious gem brokers

- an investigation commenced and it was revealed the law firm did not exist

- individuals listed as legal representatives of the firm on the company website are aliases being used by perpetrators of this scheme

- the class action lawsuit settlement mentioned by representatives did not exist

The Toronto Police Service would like to warn the public not to send any personal information, money, or valuables to representatives purporting to be from Caldwell & Stephens LLP.

If you have been a victim of fraud or have any information about this investigation, please contact the Financial Crimes Unit at 416-808-7300.

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance in this case including the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) and the Ministry of Finance.

For further information on "advance fee" or other types of fraud please click here

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Kevin Williams, Organized Crime Enforcement - Financial Crimes Mass Marketing Section

Public Safety Alert, Gerrard Street East and Jarvis Street, Stolen Medication

Public Safety Alert, Gerrard Street East and Jarvis Street, Stolen Medication

Wednesday, June 17, 2020 - 1:10 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a quantity of stolen medication.

On Saturday, June 13, 2020, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., a fourteen-day prescription of Abilify medication was stolen in the Gerrard Street East and Jarvis Street area.

The pills could be harmful/fatal if ingested, especially to children.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Detective Gary Williams, 51 Division

Public Safety Alert, Service Canada and TPS Bitcoin Fraud

Public Safety Alert, Service Canada and TPS Bitcoin Fraud

Wednesday, June 17, 2020 - 11:00 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is advising the public of an ongoing fraud scam that is related to Service Canada and the Toronto Police Service.

It is reported that:

- on Monday, June 15, 2020, a 38-year-old man was called by someone claiming to be a Service Canada Representative

- the call display on his phone showed 1-800-622-6232 which is the actual number for Service Canada

- the victim was then informed by the caller that he would be contacted shortly by someone from 51 Division at the Toronto Police Service

- the call display then showed a call from 416-808-5100 which is the correct number for 51 Division

- he was informed that his Social Insurance Number was compromised and was instructed to deposit money into a Bitcoin machine to protect his assets.

- he was told if he didn’t follow the guidelines, he would be arrested

The Toronto Police is reminding the public to be vigilant, especially in these times of
uncertainty. Government agencies will not ask the public to deposit money using bitcoin machines.

Anyone with information in relation to this fraud is asked to contact Detective Constable Elliott Lee at 416-808-5179, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Elliott Lee, 51 Division – Fraud Unit

Media Advisory, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 4:30 p.m., Meal Donations at 51 Division

Media Advisory, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 4:30 p.m., Meal Donations at 51 Division

Wednesday, June 10, 2020 - 5:30 AM
51 Division, 416-808-5100

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 4:30 p.m., members of the community, neighbourhood officers, and MCIT officers are getting together to donate 400 hot meals to those who are less fortunate.

The Toronto Police would like to take this opportunity to address the reality of mental health during this difficult time. While physical distancing helps slow the spread of COVID-19, the effects of isolation can negatively impact our mental health. Now more than ever, it is essential for all of us to emotionally support each other.

The media is invited to attend 51 Division, at 4:30 p.m., to speak to the Mental Crisis Intervention Team, Neighbourhood Officers and the members of the community donating meals.

For further information, please contact Constable Isabelle Cotton at Isabelle.Cotton@torontopolice.on.ca or 647-539-1242.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Alex Li, Corporate Communications, for Police Constable Isabelle Cotton, Community Partnership Engagement Unit

Officer Assault, Dangerous Driving and Resisting Arrest Investigation, Man arrested and facing 13 charges

Officer Assault, Dangerous Driving and Resisting Arrest Investigation, Man arrested and facing 13 charges

Monday, May 25, 2020 - 3:50 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is advising the public of an arrest and thirteen charges laid against a suspect who allegedly assaulted a police officer and briefly stole a police car, among other acts.

On Saturday, May 23, 2020, at approximately 7:45 p.m., it was reported that a car was speeding in the Eastern Avenue and Coxwell Avenue area.

It is alleged:

- police intervened and attempted to stop a black 2017 four-door Ford Fusion but the driver didn’t stop

- police discontinued the pursuit in the interest of public safety

- the vehicle was then involved in a collision and drove into the display window of a store near Queen Street East and Jarvis Street

- the vehicle burst into flames

- an officer arrived on scene and ran to the burning car to provide aid to the driver. However, the driver, who is the suspect, had already exited the car

- the suspect then got into the responding officer’s car and drove away from the scene

- officers pursued and made several attempts to stop the car

- again, police discontinued the pursuit

- the vehicle stopped several minutes later on Harbord Street

- an officer approached the suspect to apprehend him

- the suspect resisted, a struggle ensued and the suspect assaulted the officer

- more officers arrived on scene and the man was arrested and taken in to custody

- no injuries to the public or further injuries to police officers were reported

On Saturday, May 23, 2020, Cosmin Radulet, 43, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1. Dangerous Operation
2. Dangerous Operation
3. Flight from Police
4. Dangerous Operation
5. Fail to Remain
6. Theft of Motor Vehicle
7. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
8. Mischief Over $5000
9. Dangerous Operation
10. Flight from Police
11. Assault with a Weapon
12. Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest
13. Assault Peace Officer

He appeared in court at Old City Hall, on Sunday, May 24.

Investigators are urging anyone with dash-cam footage, cellphone video, or who witnessed the vehicle, to please contact them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Connie Osborne, Corporate Communications, for Detective Gherardt Williams, 51 Division

Public Safety Alert, Several Suspected Overdoses in Downtown Toronto

Public Safety Alert, Several Suspected Overdoses in Downtown Toronto

Tuesday, April 28, 2020 - 10:30 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police would like to notify the public about suspected overdoses in the downtown area.

It is reported that:

- between Thursday, April 23, 2020 and Monday, April 27, 2020, police responded to a number of reports of overdoses in the downtown area

- over 48 hours several people had fallen ill after taking an unknown narcotic

- multiple treatments of Naloxone were given

- two people died in private residences

The Toronto Police also wants to remind people that if they are using drugs, please be extremely cautious and do not take them alone.

If anyone encounters serious physical illness after consuming a narcotic, they are advised to attend a hospital emergency room or walk-in clinic immediately for treatment. For a referral to a substance abuse treatment facility, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health can be reached at 1-800-463-2338.

For more information please visit Toronto Public Health website.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Daniel Hoffmeyer, 51 Division

Man and Woman Arrested for Three Retail Robberies and Two Retail Thefts, Gerald Baker, 25 and Chatima Powless, 37

Man and Woman Arrested for Three Retail Robberies and Two Retail Thefts, Gerald Baker, 25 and Chatima Powless, 37

Tuesday, April 14, 2020 - 4:00 PM
Hold Up:  416-808-7350

The Toronto Police Service Hold Up Squad would like to make the public aware of two arrests made in relation to three retail robberies and two retail thefts.

Between Monday, March 16, 2020, and Friday, April 3, 2020, three retail store robberies and two retail store thefts were committed at LCBO locations across the Toronto area.

It is alleged that:

- a man and woman entered the LCBO stores

- the man and woman took numerous bottles of liquor off the shelves and filled-up large hockey equipment bags that they brought with them

- the man was armed with a large knife that he waved around at store employees and threatened them

- in one of the incidents, a store Security Officer was cut on the hand by the knife

Hold Up Squad investigators, with the assistance of 51 Division Major Crime Unit, determined the identity of the man and woman and located them.

On Saturday, April 11, 2020, Gerald Baker, 25, of Toronto was arrested. He is charged with:

1. three counts of Robbery with an Offensive Weapon
2. two counts of Disguise with Intent
3. two counts of Possession of a Weapon
4. two counts of Carry Concealed Weapon
5. Uttering Threats
6. Theft Under
7. two counts of Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence
8. four counts of Fail to Comply with Probation Order
9. six counts of Fail to Comply with Release Order

He was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall, on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at 10 a.m., room 101.

On Saturday, April 11, 2020, Chatima Powless, 37, of Toronto was arrested. She is charged with:

1. Robbery with an Offensive Weapon
2. two counts of Theft Under
3. Conspiracy to Commit Indictable Offence

She was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at 10 a.m., room 101.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Insp. Lauren Pogue, Hold Up

Public Safety Alert, Email Extortion Scam

Public Safety Alert, Email Extortion Scam

Friday, April 10, 2020 - 2:30 PM
Primary Report Intake, Management and Entry (PRIME):  416-808-2222

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an email phishing scam which tries to extort money out of recipients.

It is reported that:

- an unknown person has sent a mass email to members of the public

- the email includes the recipient's email password

- the email states the sender is in possession of compromising or explicit photos and/or videos of the recipient

- the email requests $1900 (or other amount) in bitcoin or the photos and video will be released to the recipient's friends

- the majority of emails are being sent from an Outlook account to a Hotmail email address


The Toronto Police would like to advise that emails of this nature are a phishing scam in a bid to extort money from the receiver.

If, after receiving this email, you believe these photos/videos may exist please contact 416-808-2222 to report the incident.

You can report the incident online with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) is the central agency in Canada that collects information and criminal intelligence on such matters as mass marketing fraud (i.e.: telemarketing), advance fee fraud, Internet fraud(Phishing scams) and identification theft complaints.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2222, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Connie Osborne, Corporate Communications, for Superintendent Hugh Ferguson, Priority Operations

Woman Wanted in Assault investigation, Update, Hilary Hamelin, 28, arrested

Woman Wanted in Assault investigation, Update, Hilary Hamelin, 28, arrested

Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 4:00 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in locating a woman wanted in an assault investigation.

On Saturday, May 25, 2019, officers began an investigation into an assault that took place in the Parliament Street and Carlton Street area.

See previous news release.

On Wednesday, April 8, 2020, Hillary Hamelin, 28, of Toronto, surrendered herself.

She appeared at Old City Hall, on Thursday, April 9, 2020.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Anthony Hampton, 51 Division

Woman Wanted in Assault investigation, Hilary Hamelin, 28

Woman Wanted in Assault investigation, Hilary Hamelin, 28

Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 4:40 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a woman wanted in an assault investigation.

On Saturday, May 25, 2019, officers began an investigation into an assault that took place in the Parliament Street and Carlton Street area.

It is alleged that:

- two people became involved in an altercation

- a 22-year-old woman was assaulted

Hilary Hamelin, 28, of Toronto, is wanted on a bench warrant for:

1) Assault
2) two counts of Fail to Comply with Recognizance
3) Fail to Comply with Probation

She is believed to be violent. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

A photograph of her is released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Anthony Hampton, 51 Division

Woman wanted in Assault investigation, Hilary Hamelin, 28

Public Safety Alert, Multiple Suspected Overdoses in Downtown Toronto

Public Safety Alert, Multiple Suspected Overdoses in Downtown Toronto

Thursday, April 2, 2020 - 12:30 PM
14 Division:  416-808-1400

The Toronto Police would like to notify the public about suspected overdoses in the downtown area.

Since Tuesday, March 31, 2020, officers have responded to multiple suspected overdoses in the west end of the downtown area.

It is reported:

- over 48 hours several people had fallen ill after taking an unknown narcotic

Anyone who becomes ill while consuming a narcotic, are advised to attend a hospital emergency room or walk-in clinic immediately for treatment.

For a referral to a substance abuse treatment facility, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health can be reached at 1-800-463-2338.

For more information please visit Toronto Public Health.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Rodney Damaso, 14 Division

Homicide #16/2020, O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street, Update, Victim Identified as Mamadou Drame, 25

Homicide #16/2020, O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street, Update, Victim Identified as Mamadou Drame, 25

Thursday, April 2, 2020 - 11:18 AM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

On Saturday, March 21, 2020, at 7:41 p.m., officers responded to a call for the sound of gunshots at O'Keefe Lane and Gould Street.

See previous release.

The vcitim has been identified as Mamadou Drame, 25, of Toronto.

Homicide investigators continue to appeal to businesses that have security camera video of the area. Investigators urge anyone with security footage, dashcam video, or any information concerning this incident, to contact police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Stephen Matthews, Homicide

Mamadou Drame, 25, is the victim of Homicide #16/2020