Police seeking assistance with Sexual Assault investigation, Church Street and Wellesley Street East area

Police seeking assistance with Sexual Assault investigation,
Church Street and Wellesley Street East area

Broadcast time: 10:30
Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2022-492990

The Toronto Police Service is alerting the public to a sexual assault investigation.

On Sunday, March 13, 2022, at 12:25 a.m., a 34-year-old man was at a bar in the area of Church Street and Wellesley Street East.

It has been reported that:
- while inside the bar, a man sexually assaulted the man

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect.

Security images have been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Corey Crawford, 51 Division

Missing man, Gerrard Street East and Parliament Street area Scott Storm, 21

 

Missing man,
Gerrard Street East and Parliament Street area
Scott Storm, 21

Broadcast time: 22:40
Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2022-458108

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Scott Storm, 21, was last seen on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. in the Gerrard Street East and Parliament Street area.

He is described as male, 5’7, 175 lbs., slim build, shaved head, clean shaven. He was last seen wearing a blue or jacket, camouflage pants, red t-shirt, and black boots.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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 or Google Play.

A person can be reported missing at any time - there is no 24 hour waiting period. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the Toronto Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 416-808-2222.

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Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Brian Arcand, 51 Division

Public Safety Alert, Taxi Scam

 

Public Safety Alert,
Taxi Scam

Broadcast time: 12:17
Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: N/A

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an ongoing taxi scam investigation.

It is reported that:
- a vehicle resembling a taxi is parked in a high traffic area
- one suspect poses as the taxi driver and another poses as a customer
- the two suspects pretend to have a loud argument, with the taxi driver refusing to take cash due to COVID-19
- the unsuspecting victim, overhears the argument, and offers to help by letting the suspect use their debit card to pay for the cab fare in exchange for cash
- the victim enters the PIN number for their debit card into a modified point of sale terminal
- the device records the card data and PIN number
- after the transaction is successful, the victim is given another bank card that resembles their own, and the victim accepts the cash from one suspect before leaving
- the suspects are now in possession of the victim's debit card and use the PIN to make a number of fraudulent purchases and/or withdrawals


The Toronto Police Service would like to remind the public to be vigilant when using any type of public transport that results in debit or credit card transactions. Some tips include:

- do not leave your debit or credit card unattended inside a Point of Sale terminal anywhere or at any time
- be aware of taxi numbers and company names when using their services
- be aware of the driver's identification that is displayed to the customer in clear view in the rear of the cab
- do not make payments for an unknown person, using your personal card, in exchange for cash
- inspect your card after each transaction and ensure it is your card
- cover your fingers when entering your PIN

Anyone who has information, or believes they have been a victim of a taxi scam, is urged to contact 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 or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Josh Seltzer, 51 Division

2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Sunday, March 20, 2022

2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade,
Sunday, March 20, 2022

Broadcast time: 10:00
Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
Unit: Public Safety - Major Events
Phone: 416-808-5048
Case #: N/A 

On Sunday, March 20, 2022, the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place at 12 p.m.

The procession will start from Bloor Street West and St. George Street, and continue along Bloor Street, then south on Yonge Street, west on Queen Street West to Nathan Phillips Square.

Full road closures will take place on Bloor Street, Yonge Street, and Queen Street. A number of secondary roads will also be closed or partially closed, affecting traffic flow in the area.

Road closures 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

• St. George Street from Bloor Street West to College Street
• Devonshire Place from Bloor Street West to Hoskin Avenue

Road closures 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

• Hoskin Avenue from St. George Street to Queens Park Crescent West
• Harbord Street from St. George Street to Huron Street

Road closures 11:55 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

• Bloor Street from Huron Street to Yonge Street
• Yonge Street from Bloor Street to Queen Street
• Queen Street West from Yonge Street to University Avenue

Road closures 12 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

• Bay Street from Queen Street West to Dundas Street West
• Elizabeth Street from Dundas Street West to Hagerman Street
• Hagerman Street from Elizabeth Street to Bay Street

A number of TTC routes will be disrupted during this event.

This event will take place regardless of weather conditions. Members of the public should anticipate traffic disruptions, in the area surrounding the event.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Brenda Norrmalm, Emergency Management and Public Order and Major Events

2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Sunday, March 20, 2022

2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade,
Sunday, March 20, 2022

Broadcast time: 10:00
Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
Unit: Public Safety - Major Events
Phone: 416-808-5048

On Sunday, March 20, 2022, the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place at 12 p.m.

The procession will start from Bloor Street West and St. George Street, and continue along Bloor Street, then south on Yonge Street, west on Queen Street West to Nathan Phillips Square.

Full road closures will take place on Bloor Street, Yonge Street, and Queen Street. A number of secondary roads will also be closed or partially closed, affecting traffic flow in the area.

Road closures 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

• St. George Street from Bloor Street West to College Street
• Devonshire Place from Bloor Street West to Hoskin Avenue

Road closures 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

• Hoskin Avenue from St. George Street to Queens Park Crescent West
• Harbord Street from St. George Street to Huron Street

Road closures 11:55 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

• Bloor Street from Huron Street to Yonge Street
• Yonge Street from Bloor Street to Queen Street
• Queen Street West from Yonge Street to University Avenue

Road closures 12 a.m. to 3 p.m.:

• Bay Street from Queen Street West to Dundas Street West
• Elizabeth Street from Dundas Street West to Hagerman Street
• Hagerman Street from Elizabeth Street to Bay Street

A number of TTC routes will be disrupted during this event.

This event will take place regardless of weather conditions. Members of the public should anticipate traffic disruptions, in the area surrounding the event.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Brenda Norrmalm, Emergency Management and Public Order – Major Events

Public Safety Alert, Police investigating numerous suspected drug overdoses in the downtown core, Possibly linked to four overdose deaths

 

Public Safety Alert,
Police investigating numerous suspected drug overdoses in the downtown core,
Possibly linked to four overdose deaths

Broadcast time: 12:00
Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: N/A

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

Between Friday, March 4 and Monday, March 7, 2022, police responded to four separate sudden deaths as a result of drug overdoses within 51 Division.

In the same time frame, emergency services also responded to nine separate incidents of suspected drug overdoses.

It is believed all of the overdoses and deaths are linked to the use of fentanyl being distributed in the downtown core of the city. This is being investigated and in each case the fentanyl was described as being either pink or blue in colour.

The Toronto Police Service wants to remind people that if they are taking drugs, including fentanyl, to use extreme caution and do not take them alone.

If anyone suffers serious illness after consuming a narcotic, they should attend a hospital emergency room, call 9-1-1, or go to a walk-in clinic immediately for treatment. For a referral to a substance use treatment facility, visit Connex Ontario or call 211 or the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health can be reached at 1-800-463-2338.

For more information about overdose prevention and response, please visit the 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 or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Daniel Hoffmeyer, 51 Division

Fatal Collision #9, Bond Street south of Dundas Street East

Fatal Collision #9,
Bond Street south of Dundas Street East

Broadcast time: 08:50
Date: Monday, March 7, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-1900
Case #: 2022-425405

The Toronto Police Service is investigating a fatal collision.

On Sunday, March 6, 2022, at approximately 3:21 p.m., officers responded to a call for a collision in the Bond Street and Dundas Street East area.

It is reported that:
- a 59-year-old man was driving a black 2021 Ford SUV out of a parking lot onto Bond Street
- a 45-year-old man was sitting on the sidewalk on the east side of Bond Street, south of Dundas Street East
- the man was struck by the SUV on the sidewalk suffering serious injuries
- he was transported to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents, businesses and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, 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 or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Scott Matthews, Traffic Services

Missing Man, Front Street and Berkeley Street area, Jacob Smith-McVey, 23

Missing Man,
Front Street and Berkeley Street area,
Jacob Smith-McVey, 23

Broadcast time: 09:35
Date: Saturday, February 26, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2022-367288

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Jacob Smith-McVey, 23, was last seen on Friday, February 25, 2022 in the Front Street East and Berkeley Street area.

He is described as 5’7”, 161lbs., long curly blond hair, full beard, brown eyes and heavy build.

He was last seen wearing a black leather hooded coat, blue hooded shirt, black pants and black shoes. He was also carrying a red/blue Adidas backpack and a black skateboarder helmet.

A person can be reported missing at any time - there is no 24 hour waiting period. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the Toronto Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 416-808-2222.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Jacob Conliffe, 51 Division

March Quarterly Community Meetings in 51 Division

March Quarterly Community Meetings in 51 Division 

51 Division is covered by 5 teams of Neighbourhood Community Officers.   Each Neighbourhood Community Officer team will hold a virtual community meeting during the month of March 

Come virtually meet your Neighbourhood Community Officers!

Meeting schedule:

♦ WATERFRONT: THURSDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2022 @6pm 

♦ NORTH ST. JAMES TOWN CABBAGETOWN:  DATE: FRIDAY, MARCH 4th, 2022 @6pm

♦ REGENT PARK: MONDAY, MARCH 7th, 2022 @6pm

♦ MOSS PARK: TUESDAY. MARCH 8th, 2022 @6pm

♦ YONGE STREET: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th, 2022 @1pm

♦ CHURCH WELLESLEY VILLAGE: THURSDAY. MARCH 17th, 2022 @6pm

Questions or topics that you would like to be discussed during each neighbourhood meeting may be forwarded to the email addresses below:

♦ Moss Park:  MossPark@torontopolice.on.ca

♦ Yonge Street Corridor: YNCO@torontopolice.on.ca

♦ Church Wellesley Village: Village@torontopolice.on.ca

♦ St James Town:  St.Jamestown@torontopolice.on.ca

♦ Regent Park: RegentPark@torontopolice.on.ca

♦ Waterfront: Waterfront@torontopolice.on.ca

More information about the Neighbourhood Community Officer Program can be found at http://cplc-51division.blogspot.com/p/neighbourhood-community-officer-program.html?m=1

Public Safety Alert, Sexual Assault Investigation, Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East area

Tuesday, February 15, 2022 - 11:00 PM Sex Crimes: 416-808-7474

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a Sexual Assault Investigation that occurred in the area of Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East.

It is reported that:

- on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., a woman was walking in the area of Dundas Street East and Sherbourne Street when she was approached by a man

- the man and the woman proceeded to attend the area of Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East

- the man assaulted and sexually assaulted the woman

- the man left the area in an unknown direction 

The man is described as 6’1”, 30s, with a crooked nose, black hair, small beard, brown eyes and was wearing a yellow jacket. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, 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 or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Alex Li, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Gurminder Minhas, Sex Crimes

Personal Injury Collision, Lower Jarvis Street and Lake Shore Boulevard West area

Personal Injury Collision,
Lower Jarvis Street and Lake Shore Boulevard West area

Broadcast time: 23:12
Date: Friday, February 11, 2022
Unit: Traffic Services
Phone: 416-808-1900
Case #: 2022-276061

On Friday, February 11, 2022, at approximately 4:55 p.m., police received a report of a personal injury collision involving a pedestrian and a motor vehicle in the Lower Jarvis Street and Lake Shore Boulevard West area.

It is reported that:
- a driver was travelling southbound on Lower Jarvis Street turning right to the westbound Gardiner Expressway on ramp
- the driver disobeyed a Traffic Warden directing traffic at the northwest corner of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Lower Jarvis Street
- the driver struck the Traffic Warden, and proceeded to turned onto the westbound Gardiner on ramp and stopped
- the driver exited his vehicle, walked towards the Traffic Warden, and got back into his vehicle and drove away westbound onto the westbound Gardiner Expressway on ramp

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents and drivers who may have dash camera footage or witnessed the event to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, 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 or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Alex Li, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Andrew Parkin, Traffic Services, for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Toronto Police Operational Update for February 4, 2022, Road Closures

 

Toronto Police Operational Update for February 4, 2022
Road Closures

Broadcast time: 18:42
Date: Friday, February 4, 2022
Unit: Corporate Communications
Phone: 416-808-7100
Case #: N/A

 

The Toronto Police Service, along with City and emergency response partners, is preparing for Convoy for Freedom protests in locations around the Greater Toronto Area including the downtown core on Saturday, February 5. 

The public should expect a large police presence in and around the downtown core and other areas as deemed necessary by the Service. 

Priority will be given to emergency access routes to hospitals to ensure patients, their families and healthcare workers are able to access the hospitals safely. Anyone who attempts to disrupt hospital access and routes or emergency operations – including ambulance, fire or police – will be subject to enforcement. 

The following road closures have been put into effect: 

- University Avenue, between College Street and Queen Street
- Queens Park Crescent, between College Street and Bloor Street West
- College Street, between Yonge Street and University Avenue
- Queen Street West, between Yonge Street and University Avenue
- Bay Street, between Bloor Street West and Queen Street West

- Dundas Street West, remains open to allow travel east and west


Additional rolling and static closures in and around the downtown core can be expected throughout the weekend. 

Parking restrictions have also been put into place and there is no parking in the following areas:

- University Avenue – between College Street and Dundas Street
- Dundas Street West – between Spadina Avenue and Yonge Street
- Queen’s Park Cres – between Bloor Street West and College Street
- Queen’s Street West – between Spadina Avenue and Yonge Street
- College Street – between Spadina Avenue and Yonge Street
- Bloor Street – between Spadina Avenue and Yonge Street
- Orde Street – between McCaul Street and University Avenue
- Elm Street – between McCaul Street and University Avenue
- Gerrard Street West – between University Avenue and Elizabeth Street
- Edward Street – between University Avenue and Elizabeth Street

Parking Enforcement will be patrolling these areas and vehicles will be tagged and towed.

An operational plan is in place for the duration of the weekend and includes the use of CCTV cameras for the purpose of monitoring police operations and for potential investigative follow up and the activation of body-worn cameras by officers.

Additionally, the Toronto Police Service is asking the public to avoid demonstration areas, and if that is not possible, to consider public transit.

Updates will be provided to the public using media and social media channels throughout the weekend. Please follow @TPSOperations for the most up-to-date information.



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Corporate Communications 

Application Deadline Extended for Summer YIPI Program

 Great News! 2022 Summer application deadline has been extended to February 11th. We will also be having additional information session!!!

http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/yipi/

Residential Crime Prevention Tips

Advisory on reporting collisions in the City of Toronto

Advisory on reporting collisions in the City of Toronto

Broadcast time: 15:20
Date: Monday, January 17, 2022
Unit: Traffic Services
Phone: 416-808-1900
Case #: N/A 

The Toronto Police Service would like to remind the public of how to report traffic collisions.

Collisions need to be reported if the incident occurs on the road or on private property.

Collisions should be reported at the scene, to a police officer, if there are injuries that require transportation to hospital or criminal actions have occurred.

A collision that has resulted in property damage to vehicles, exceeding $2,000 combined, can be reported to the Collision Reporting Centers which are staffed by Toronto Police officers.

Collision Reporting Centers are open during weekdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and on the weekends 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The centers are located at :
- in the east end at 39 Howden Road
- in the west end at 113 Toryork Drive

When attending the collision reporting centers, drivers are requested to:
- exchange information with all involved drivers. Take photographs of the drivers licence, ownership and insurance documents if possible.
- take photos of damages to both vehicles, if safe to do so

- if the vehicle is drivable, do not rush over to the Collison Reporting Centre on the day of the collision but when roads have been cleared and it is safe to do so. The involved vehicle and driver can attend at that point
- vehicles that require a tow must attend directly, prior to any other stops
- representatives of insurance companies are available at these centers

For more information, please visit: Accident Support Services International Ltd. - Collision Reporting Centre or www.accsupport.com


For more news, visit TPSnews.ca or listen to our podcast, 24 Shades of Blue with Obie & Ax.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Sergeant Murray Campbell, Traffic Services, for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Homicide #6/2022, Bloor Street East and Church Street, Olivier Dundas, 20

Homicide #6/2022,
Bloor Street East and Church Street,
Olivier Dundas, 20

Broadcast time: 10:00
Date: Thursday, January 9, 2020
Unit: Homicide
Phone: 416-808-7400
Case #: 2022-50758

The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of a homicide investigation.

On Saturday, January 8, 2022, at 10:52 p.m., police were called to a shooting in the Bloor Street East and Church Street area.

It is reported that:
- police arrived on scene and located a man who had been shot
- officers commenced life-saving measures
- the man was transported to hospital by paramedics
- the man was pronounced deceased at hospital

The victim has been identified as Olivier Dundas, 20, of Toronto.

Three male suspects were last seen running eastbound on the south side of Bloor Street East towards Sherbourne Street.

Investigators would like to speak with anyone who may have information concerning this investigation, or have dash camera or video surveillance of the area.

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 Laura Brabant, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Henri Marsman, Homicide

Suspects to be identified in a Shooting Investigation, Yonge Street and Dundas Street East, Images and video released

Suspects to be identified in a Shooting Investigation,
Yonge Street and Dundas Street East,
Images and video released

Broadcast time: 07:00
Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Unit: Organized Crime Enforcement
Phone: 416-808-2510
Case #: 2021-2391786

 

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in a shooting investigation.

On Sunday, December 12, 2021, at approximately 2 a.m., police responded to a call for a shooting in the area of Yonge Street and Dundas Street East.

It is reported that:

- two men walked westbound on Dundas Street East where they approached a group of individuals who were standing in the Yonge Street and Dundas Street East area 

- the two men attempted to rob the group of individuals and a physical struggle ensued

- one of the men discharged a firearm, striking a victim in the chest 

- both men fled on foot eastbound on Dundas Street East 

- prior to the shooting, the two men entered a gas station convenience store in the area

Investigators are asking for the public's assistance identifying the suspects. Images and video have been released.

See video here.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2510, 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 Alex Li, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Stevan Tanouye, Organized Crime Enforcement 

Attachments to this release are available on our website. 

Arrest Made and Firearm and Drugs Seized, Sherbourne Street and Shuter Street, Meekile Kassam, 29

Arrest Made and Firearm and Drugs Seized,
Sherbourne Street and Shuter Street,
Meekile Kassam, 29

Broadcast time: 14:30
Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2021-2511342

 

On Thursday, December 30, 2021, officers were on patrol in the Sherbourne Street and Shuter Streetarea.

It is alleged:

- a vehicle was seen travelling south on Sherbourne Street with damage to the front passenger corner of the vehicle

- the vehicle accelerated into the intersection and the officers stopped the vehicle to investigate

- during the vehicle stop the officers discovered that the vehicle had just been involved in a theft of gas from a gas station

- the driver was placed under arrest

It is further alleged that:

- a black 9mm Springfield Armory XD-9 handgun with both serial numbers filed off was located inside the vehicle

- the handgun was loaded with eleven rounds of ammunition

- the vehicle had been reported stolen

- search warrants were prepared and executed on the driver's home and vehicle

Following the search warrants, the following items were seized:

- a quantity of Fentanyl 
- a drug weighing scale 
- a quantity of Crystal Methamphetamine, Oxycodone, Dilaudid, Crack Cocaine, and powdered Cocaine


On Thursday, December 30, 2021, Meekile Kassam, 29, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1. Theft Under $5000
2. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm 
3. Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
4. Possession of a Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Knowingly Not Holding a Licence and Registration Certificate
5. Possess Prohibited/Restricted Weapon or Prohibited Device Knowing No Authority
6. Occupy Motor Vehicle with Firearm
7. Possess Firearm with Altered Serial Number
8. Use/Handle/Store Firearm, Carelessly - Firearm 
9. Use/Handle/Store Firearm, Carelessly- Large Capacity Magazine
10. Use/Handle/Store Firearm, Carelessly - Ammunition
11. Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
12. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking CDSA - Powdered Cocaine
13. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Fentanyl
14. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Crystal Methamphetamine
15. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Oxycodone
16. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Dilaudid
17. Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Crack Cocaine

He was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Friday, December 31, 2021.


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 Constable Jason Boag, 51 Division 

Public Safety Alert, Overdoses caused by suspicious drug, Dufferin Street and Lakeshore Boulevard West area

 

Public Safety Alert,
Overdoses caused by suspicious drug,
Dufferin Street and Lakeshore Boulevard West area

Broadcast time: 15:00
Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Unit: 14 Division
Phone: 416-808-1400
Case #: 2021-2313425

The Toronto Police Service would like to warn the public of suspected overdoses that appear to be caused by a suspicious drug.

On Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 8:28 a.m., police responded to a call for multiple overdoses in the area of Dufferin Street and Lakeshore Boulevard West".

It is reported that:
- five people consumed a quantity of an unknown narcotic suspected to be an opioid
- they all suffered adverse effects
- one person went to hospital
- no one died as a result of taking the drug

As the drug was consumed before police arrived, there is no description of it at this time.

Investigators are concerned there may be more of this suspicious drug sold or given to others.

The Toronto Police Service wants to remind people that if they are taking drugs to use extreme caution and do not take them alone.

If anyone suffers serious illness after consuming a narcotic, they should attend a hospital emergency room, call 9-1-1, or go to a walk-in clinic immediately for treatment. For a referral to a substance use treatment facility, visit Connex Ontario or call 211 or the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health can be reached at 1-800-463-2338.

For more information about overdose prevention and response, please visit the Toronto Public Health website.

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 Constable Sarah Robertson, 14 Division

Man wanted in aggravated assault investigation, Bloor-Yonge Subway Station

 

Man wanted in aggravated assault investigation,
Bloor-Yonge Subway Station

Broadcast time: 11:30
Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2021-2282405 

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance identifying a man wanted in an aggravated assault investigation.

On Friday, November 26, 2021, at 5:22 p.m., officers responded to a call for unknown trouble at Bloor-Yonge Subway Station.

It is reported that:
- a 36-year-old man was carrying a large box on the platform
- he accidentally made contact with another man
- an argument took place
- the 36-year-old man was pushed and fell onto the tracks as the train approached
- he was struck and dragged by the train
- the suspect ran out of the subway

The 36-year-old man was treated in hospital for his injuries.

The suspect is described as 6'0", with a slim build, and light brown hair. He was wearing a black coat, light brown hoodie with the hood up, black pants, grey running shoes, and carrying a blue backpack with a floral pattern.

A photograph has been 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 Becky Rochon, 51 Division