Public Safety Alert, Downtown core, Wireless payment terminal thefts

Public Safety Alert, Downtown core, Wireless payment terminal thefts

Thursday, September 20, 2018 - 8:17 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is issuing an alert to businesses who utilize wireless payment terminals during the course of their business in the downtown core.

Recent reports suggest an increase in wireless payment terminal thefts which are, in turn, used to facilitate fraud.

The Toronto Police Service is recommending that wireless payment terminals are securely stored away when not in use and that staff supervise the terminals when they are being utilized.

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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Elliott Lee, 51 Division

Toronto Police Service launches Full Body Scanner pilot project

Toronto Police Service launches Full Body Scanner pilot project

Tuesday, September 11, 2018 - 3:35 PM
Communities & Neighbourhoods Command:  416-808-7100

On Monday, September 10, 2018, the Toronto Police Service became the first police service in Canada to test a Full Body Scanner, when members of 14 Division began a six-month pilot project.

This technology gives officers the ability to conduct Level 3 Searches and locate evidence, contraband and/or items of concern, without having to conduct a physical strip search. It allows the Service to ensure the safety of everyone involved by reducing intrusiveness and increasing the dignity of those being searched.

In keeping with the mandate of the Transformational Task Force (TTF), the Full Body Scanner is being introduced as an innovative way of using technology to modernize existing policing practices. With refined training and procedures, created in line with the historical feedback on the issue of Level 3 Searches, the Full Body Scanner technology speaks to the Service’s goals of becoming more trusted, transparent and accountable.

Since August 2017, a project team has been exploring the feasibility of implementing this technology and has consulted with the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, the Ministry of the Attorney General, the Ontario Human Rights Commission, the Special Investigations Unit, and the Office of the Independent Police Review Director.

After releasing a Request for Expressions of Interest in May 2018, the Service received submissions from two companies that provide the type of technology required for the pilot project. Equipment from both companies will be tested for the next six months.

At the conclusion of the pilot project, a review will be conducted and recommendations will be made for next steps.

Further information about the pilot project and Level 3 Searches can be found in the Frequently Asked Questions document.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications, for Deputy Chief Peter Yuen, Communities and Neighbourhoods Command

Police request assistance identifying suspect in Assault investigation, Yonge Street and Carlton Street, Photographs of suspect released

Police request assistance identifying suspect in Assault investigation, Yonge Street and Carlton Street, Photographs of suspect released

Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - 12:38 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance identifying a suspect in an Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Monday, April 23, 2018, at 8:30 p.m., a man approached another man, 34, who was in a wheelchair in the Shopper’s Drug Mart at Yonge Street and Carlton Street

- the man, 34, was assaulted by the suspect in the store

The male suspect is described as 45-50, 5'9"- 5'10", heavy build, olive complexion, blue eyes. He was last seen wearing all-black clothes with “Ellis Don” on the front of a hooded sweatshirt.

Photographs of the suspect have 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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Gary Long, Corporate Communications, for Detective Dave Wallace, 51 Division

Homicide #63/2018, Adelaide Street East and Parliament Street area, Jesse Graham-Richter, 22

Homicide #63/2018, Adelaide Street East and Parliament Street area, Jesse Graham-Richter, 22

Thursday, August 23, 2018 - 3:59 PM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

On Sunday, August 19, 2018, at approximately 2 a.m., police responded to a shooting call on the 4th floor of a residential building in the Adelaide Street East and Parliament Street area.

Responding officers located a man with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Jesse Graham-Richter, 22, of Toronto.

The male suspect is described as black, light skin, approximately 5’10”, approximately 20, wearing black jacket, dark pants.

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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Katrina Arrogante, Corporate Communications, for Detective Robert Choe, Homicide

Public Safety Alert, Distraction Thefts/Robberies targeting seniors in 31 Division

Public Safety Alert, Distraction Thefts/Robberies targeting seniors in 31 Division

Tuesday, August 21, 2018 - 9:39 AM
31 Division:  416-808-3100

The Toronto Police Service is warning the public to be vigilant following a series of Distraction Thefts targeting seniors. Some of the Distraction Thefts have escalated into Robberies.

It has been reported that:

- these have occurred within the boundaries of 31 Division: Steeles Avenue to the north, Finch Avenue to the south, Highway 400 to the west and Sentinel Road to the east

- an unknown driver and two women, in a car, have been approaching seniors on the street in residential neighbourhoods

- the two women will then place jewellery on the victim, removing the victim’s existing jewellery in the process or one woman will embrace the victim, removing their jewellery in the process

- the victim usually realizes, after the fact, that their jewellery has been stolen

- if the victim realizes their jewellery is being removed, the suspects will resort to violence, pushing the victims to the ground

- there is no consistent suspect description other than two women and a driver of a silver/grey vehicle

Similar Distraction Thefts have been taking place across the Toronto area.

The public is reminded to be vigilant for these suspects in their neighbourhoods and to report any suspicious behaviour to police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, 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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Gary Long, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Russell Keveza, 31 Division Major Crime

Open Streets Toronto, Sunday, August 19, 2018, Road Closures

Open Streets Toronto, Sunday, August 19, 2018, Road Closures

Saturday, August 18, 2018 - 9:00 AM
Public Safety - Major Events:  416-808--5043

On Sunday, August 19, 2018, from 10 a.m., to 2 p.m., the City of Toronto will host Open Streets Toronto.

The following road closures will take place between 8:30 a.m., and 3 p.m:

-Bloor Street, between Montrose Avenue and Sherbourne Avenue,

-Yonge Street, between Davenport Avenue and Queen Street,

Vehicles will only be able to cross the route at the following designated crossing points:

- Bloor Street West at Christie Street/Grace Street
- Bloor Street West at Bathurst Street
- Bloor Street West at Spadina Avenue
- Bloor Street West at Avenue Road
- Bloor Street West at Bay Street
- Bloor Street East at Church Street
- Bloor Street East at Ted Rogers Way
- Bloor Street East at Sherbourne Street
- Yonge Street at Wellesley Street
- Yonge Street at College Street
- Yonge Street at Gerrard Street
- Yonge Street at Dundas Street
- Yonge Street at Shuter Street
- Yonge Street at Queen Street

Motorists can expect significant delays in the area and are advised to plan alternate routes, where possible. It is strongly recommended that people attending Open Streets take the TTC.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Constable Jennifer Ladouceur, Public Safety - Major Events

Arrest made and firearm seized in a shooting investigation, Wellesley Street and Ontario Street

Arrest made and firearm seized in a shooting investigation, Wellesley Street and Ontario Street

Wednesday, August 15, 2018 - 9:30 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest made and a firearm seized in a shooting investigation.

On Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers from 51 Division responded to multiple radio calls for the sound of gunshots, in the Wellesley Street East and Ontario Street area.

It is alleged:

- officers arrived on scene and located an unconscious man, suffering from a gunshot wound to his neck

- officers performed life-saving first aid on the man and waited for Toronto Paramedics to arrive

- as officers arrived to assist, they were provided information from the public

- as a result, officers located a man, who fled on foot from police

- after a brief foot pursuit, a man was arrested, and a firearm was recovered

- a Smith and Wesson 9mm pistol with ammunition was seized

Keeron Tashmel Creary, 26, of Toronto was arrested and charged with:

1. Attempted Murder
2. Point a Firearm
3. Discharge Firearm with Intent
4. Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
5. Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
6. Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
7. Point a Firearm
8. Unsafe Storage of Ammunition
9. Obstruct Peace Officer
10.Possession of Firearm Contrary to Order

He is to appear in court at Old City Hall, on Wednesday, August, 15, 2018, at 10 am.

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the members of the public that have already provided assistance and ask that anyone with further information please
contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online atwww.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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Scott Spratt, 51 Division-Detective Operations

Alleged firearm seized is a Walther P99 9mm pistol with ammunition

Public Safety Alert, Seven fatalites from overdoses in downtown core, Believed to be Fentanyl or Carfentanil

Public Safety Alert, Seven fatalites from overdoses in downtown core, Believed to be Fentanyl or Carfentanil

Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - 9:20 PM
14 Division:  416-808-1400

The Toronto Police Service is warning the public about a batch of dangerous narcotics being sold in the downtown core.

Since Thursday, August 2, 2018, police officers have been called to a number of overdoses, seven of which have proven fatal.

It is believed that the drugs responsible are a deadly batch of fentanyl or carfentanil. Particularly dangerous, carfentanyl is 100 times more potent than fentanyl.

If fentanyl or carfentanil users encounter serious physical illness, they are advised to attend a hospital emergency room or a 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: Overdose Prevention and Response.

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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Viv Meik, 14 Division

Police request assistance with an Aggravated Assault investigation, Church Street and King Street East

Police request assistance with an Aggravated Assault investigation, Church Street and King Street East

Tuesday, July 31, 2018 - 1:09 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance with an Aggravated Assault investigation.

On Monday, July 30, 2018, at 3:20 a.m., emergency services were called to the Church Street and King Street East area.

It is reported that:

- a man, 21, and girl, 17, were located unconscious in a park

- they were transported to hospital

It was later determined that both had suffered severe head injuries.

Anyone who was in the area on Monday, July 30, 2018, until 3:20 a.m., 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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Thomas Comeau, 51 Division

Man wanted in an Assault investigation, Bloor- Yonge Subway Station

Man wanted in an Assault investigation, Bloor- Yonge Subway Station

Friday, July 27, 2018 - 2:59 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance identifying a man wanted in an Assault occurrence.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, a man exited the Bloor-Yonge subway

- as he made his way approximately one block south of the intersection, an unknown man approached him from behind and struck him in the head with a hammer

- the attack was unprovoked

- the man received non-life-threatening injuries

The suspect is described as 5'9", 45-60 years old, with a large build, and a thick white/black beard. He was wearing a black toque, black winter jacket, and carrying a black backpack.

Security camera images have 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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Kate Foley, 51 Division

Security camera image of man wanted in Assault investigation

Toronto Crime Stoppers Launches Hard-Hitting Public Awareness Campaign, Sale of Illegal Cigarettes is Funding Organized Crime

Toronto Crime Stoppers Launches Hard-Hitting Public Awareness Campaign, Sale of Illegal Cigarettes is Funding Organized Crime

Thursday, July 19, 2018 - 2:47 PM
Crime Stoppers:  416-808-7261

Toronto Crime Stoppers is launching a city-wide public awareness campaign to highlight the threats to our communities posed by the sale of illegal cigarettes. The campaign features a series of 30-second radio and print advertisements designed to show how the purchase of illegal cigarettes is helping fund organized crime, like illegal biker gangs and street gangs.

The sale of contraband tobacco is a growing problem throughout Ontario with an estimated one-in-three cigarettes purchased in the province being contraband.

“This awareness campaign is designed to remind our community members that contraband tobacco is illegal for a reason: the sale of these products helps fund organized crime, serving to make our communities less safe,” says Sean Sportun, Chair, Toronto Crime Stoppers.

Sportun adds, “Given the close connection between illegal cigarettes and its funding of criminal activity in our communities, it’s important to educate and empower members of the community to safely make a difference by calling Crime Stoppers. We offer guaranteed anonymity and cash rewards for tips on all criminal activity, including contraband or illegal tobacco.”

Please download the campaign creative here.

For additional reference to the issue of contraband tobacco, please watch this March 2018 W5: Smoke Rings episode.

For more information, please contact:

Sean Sportun, ICPS
Chair, Toronto Crime Stoppers
416-904-3805

Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications, for Toronto Crime Stoppers

Poured with Purpose- Organic Farmers Market

More than three years in the making, Mill Street favourites Cobblestone Stout and Tankhouse Ale are now certified organic! Brewed naturally without artificial additives or preservatives, they join Original Organic Lager and 100th Meridian Amber Lager in our Mill Street’s full-time lineup. They’re all certified organic, and we’re all better for it.

With fewer, natural and higher quality ingredients, we’re giving Canadians beer that is Poured with Purpose. Our end-to-end organic supply chain supports sustainable farming, our communities and our environment. It’s not faster and it sure isn’t easier but for us it’s simple: organic isn’t a fad, it’s the right thing to do for us, our farmers, our environment and for our consumers. And that’s something we can raise a glass to!

In celebration of this initiative Mill Street Brewery will be hosting an Organic Farmers Market on July 21st 2018. They have partnered up with 10 local organic and all natural companies to celebrate the launch. Support your local vendors by joining us on the Mill Street Beer Hall Patio from 11am-2pm for beer sampling, live music, and organic education.

20180714 CPLC 51 Division Open House

A free event for the community that included face painting, TPS Mounted Unit, TPS K9 Unit, TPS ETF bomb robots, DJ, tours of the station and more! The barbeque included hot dogs, hamburgers, falafals, ice cream, coke products, popcorn and candy floss to the coummity for free.

The sponsors made the day possible were BMO Financial Group (Troy at Front and Berkley!), First National Financial LP, EQ Bank, Coca Cola Canada Ltd., Scarsview Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, Tim Hockey, Tim Hortons, Bob Kemp and Family, Muslim Welfare Centre, Garden District Residents Association, Fancy Franks Gourmet Hot Dogs, Downtown Yonge BIA, Accident Awareness, Avante Security and a number of personal and anonymous donors.