Man Arrested in Retail Robbery Investigation, Front Street East and Lower Jarvis Street area, Chad Connolly, 41

Man Arrested in Retail Robbery Investigation,
Front Street East and Lower Jarvis Street area,
Chad Connolly, 41

Broadcast time: 16:30
Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Unit: Hold Up
Phone: 416-808-7350
Case #: 2019-2019734 

The Toronto Police Service Hold Up Squad would like to advise the public of an arrest in a retail store robbery investigation.

On Saturday, October 19, 2019, a retail store robbery was committed in the Front Street East and Lower Jarvis Street area.

It is alleged that:

- a man entered a store and approached the checkout counter
- the man spoke with the cashier and made a demand for money
- the man kept his hand in his pocket suggesting that he was armed with a gun
- the man took the cash from the register before fleeing the area on foot

The Hold Up Squad conducted an investigation and were able to identify a man. The man was located with the assistance of Barrie Police Service.

On Monday, March 8, 2021, Chad Connolly, 41, of Barrie, was arrested. He is charged with:

1. Robbery

He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, in room 507.

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 Detective Constable Steve Williams, Hold-Up

Firearm recovered during arrest, River Street and Dundas Street East area, Victor Kazibwe, 21

Firearm recovered during arrest,
River Street and Dundas Street East area,
Victor Kazibwe, 21

Broadcast time: 13:00
Date: Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2021-374209 

Officers from 51 Division made an arrest and recovered a firearm after searching for man who allegedly fled while being investigated.

On Sunday, February 28, 2021 at approximately 12:24 a.m., officers investigated a vehicle and two occupants in the River Street and Dundas Street East area.

It is alleged that:

- during the investigation the driver, a 21 year-old man, had no identification and provided a false name which was determined to be the name of a wanted person
- when officers advised the driver of this, he placed the vehicle in drive and attempted to flee
- a collision occurred and the driver fled on foot into the ravine near the Don River
- the other occupant remained with the vehicle and cooperated with officers
- after a lengthy search, including the use of K9, officers located the driver who appeared to be wet and had possibly entered the river
- he was arrested and taken to the hospital for observation
- during the search a firearm was also recovered

Victor Kazibwe, 21, of Toronto, is facing the following 11 criminal charges:

1. Obstruct/Resist a Public/Peace Officer
2. Fail to Stop For Police/Pursuit
3. Dangerous Operation
4. Carry Concealed Weapon, Etc.
5. two counts of Use/Handle/Store Firearm, Etc. Carelessly
6. two counts of Possess Restricted or Prohibited Firearm Without Holding A
Licence and Registration Certificate
7. Possess Prohibited/Restricted Weapon or Prohibited Device (Magazine) Knowing No Authority
8. Occupy Motor Vehicle With Firearm, Etc.
9. Possess Loaded Regulated Firearm

He attended court on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 10 a.m., Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West, room 112.

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 Sergeant Daniel Hoffmeyer, 51 Division

Man Arrested for Administer Noxious thing and possession of drugs, St. Lawrence Street and King Street area, Ali Stanley, 33

Man Arrested for Administer Noxious thing and possession of drugs,
St. Lawrence Street and King Street area,
Ali Stanley, 33

Broadcast time: 17:00
Date: Friday, February 26, 2021
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2021-221647 

The Toronto Police Service has arrested a man for possession of drugs and administer a noxious thing.

On Thursday, February 4, 2021, police began an investigation in the St. Lawrence Street and King Street area.

It is alleged:

- a man and woman were in an apartment
- when the woman went to leave the man offered her a 'smoothie-type' drink, which she drank
- the woman then woke hours later feeling disorientated and confused
- she left and went to the hospital where tests confirmed she had drugs in her system
- the woman reported it to police

51 Division launched an investigation and obtained a search warrant. A quantity of suspected drugs were recovered.

Ali Stanley, 33, of Toronto, was arrested. He is facing the following seven charges:

1. Administer Noxious Thing Intent to Endanger Life
2. Breach of Probation
3. five counts of Unlawfully possess Schedule I Substances (Cocaine, Methylphenidate, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Codeine)

He was scheduled to attend court on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 2 p.m., Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West, Room 103.

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 Constable Julie Moureau, 51 Division

51 Division arrest three people and make substantial fentanyl seizure, Charles Street and Jarvis Street Area, Images released

51 Division arrest three people and make substantial fentanyl seizure,
Charles Street and Jarvis Street Area,
Images released

Broadcast time: 13:00
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 416-808-5100
Case #: 2021-283300

The Toronto Police Service's 51 Division Major Crime Unit has made three arrests and seized thousands of dollars in cash, a firearm and a large amount of fentanyl.

Officers began a drug investigation in the Charles Street and Jarvis Street area where police had previously responded to several suspected overdoses.

Detective Abdullah Nuri, of 51 Division Major Crime Unit, advised his officers were granted a search warrant which resulted in three arrests and the alleged seizure of body armour, a hand gun with ammunition and silencer, a taser, over $4000 in Canadian currency and drugs with an estimated street value of $200,000.

Totals of the drugs seized:

• Fentanyl - 914.12 grams
• Cocaine - 20.3 grams
• Crystal Methamphetamine - 35.81 grams

Just 2 to 3 milligrams of fentanyl can kill a person and quantities of fentanyl are usually purchased on the street by the point, which is 0.01 gram or 1 milligram. In this seizure alone there was over 900 grams - that's 900,000 points.


Jama Ismail Mohamed, 35, is facing the following 11 charges:

1. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
2. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
3. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Crystal Methamphetamine)
4. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
5. Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
6. Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
7. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device
8. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device or Ammunition
9. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
10. Two counts of Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order

He was scheduled to attend court on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 10 a.m., at Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West, Room 114.

Munthir Salim, 28 is facing the following 11 charges:

1. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
2. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
3. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Crystal Methamphetamine)
4. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
5. Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
6. Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
7. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device
8. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device or Ammunition
9. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
10. Two counts Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order

He was scheduled to attend court on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 10 a.m., at Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West, Room 114.

Unona Khomich, 19 is facing the following ten charges:

1. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
2. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
3. Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (Crystal Methamphetamine)
4.Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
5. Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
6. Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
7. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device
8. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device or Ammunition
9. Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5000
10. Careless Storage of Firearm Weapon or Prohibited Device (Taser)

She was scheduled to attend court on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 10 a.m., at Old City Hall, 60 Queen Street West, Room 114.

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.

Constable Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Acer Huang, 51 Division

Toronto Police enforcing Stay At Home orders

Toronto Police enforcing Stay At Home orders

Broadcast time: 17:15
Date: Thursday, January 14, 2021
Unit: Corporate Communications
Phone: 416-808-7100
Case #: N/A

On January 12, 2021, the Government of Ontario, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, declared a second provincial emergency under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA).

The government also issued a new Stay-At-Home order to limit mobility and reduce the number of daily contacts with those outside their immediate household. The order is requiring everyone to remain in their homes with exceptions under certain categories including for groceries, medical, pharmacy, exercise or for work that cannot be done remotely.

The Toronto Police Service will enforce this new order under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) in addition to continued enforcement of the Reopening Ontario Act (ROA) in partnership with the City of Toronto.

"The message from the Toronto Police Service is to stay home and stay safe. This is no longer strictly a public health issue, it is a matter of public safety," said Deputy Chief Myron Demkiw. "We each have a personal responsibility to limit our travel to essential reasons only to slow the spread of COVID-19 and try to keep our families and communities safe and support our hospitals and healthcare workers."

No element of any order provides the police with either the power to enter dwellings nor the authority to stop a vehicle for the singular purpose of checking compliance with the Stay-At-Home order.

In addition, individuals are not compelled to explain why they are out of their residence, nor is being outside prima facie evidence of a failure to comply with the stay at home order. Workers are also not required to have proof from their employer that they are travelling to or from their workplace.

Officers will focus enforcement efforts on restaurants and businesses not in compliance with closure orders and/or customer limits; responding to complaint calls for gatherings and officers will disperse and ticket gatherings of more than five people outdoors.

"Officers can exercise discretion in every situation," continued Deputy Chief Demkiw. "But, where there is evidence of non-compliance, officers will be ticketing and issuing summonses for individuals and businesses."

The public is reminded that only when an officer has reasonable and probable grounds to suspect someone has violated one of the orders under the two Acts, they may ask the person to identify themselves in order to issue a ticket or summons. If the person refuses to identify themselves for this purpose, they can be arrested and charged with obstructing a police officer.

The Service continues to work with its partners at the City of Toronto, including Toronto Public Health, to determine how the regulations for large gatherings will apply to City-owned outdoor spaces such as skating rinks and toboggan hills.

The regulations under the Stay-At-Home order can be found here.

Corporate Communications

TPS adjusts parking enforcement ahead of holidays and further lockdown measures

 

TPS adjusts parking enforcement ahead of holidays and further lockdown measures

Broadcast time: 12:00 Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2020 Unit: Parking Enforcement Phone: 416-808-6600 Case #: N/A

The Toronto Police Service has been working closely with our City of Toronto and Emergency Management partners in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and will continue to support the various programs implemented by the City to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

In support of the provincial COVID-19 regulatory lockdown the Parking Enforcement Unit will be commencing an enforcement approach to on-street parking where a high level of discretion will be applied. This will be effective immediately.

Enforcement will focus on offences that create safety concerns, disrupt snow removal processes or cause significant disruptions in the flow of traffic on city streets.

We ask for the public’s cooperation in parking legally to ensure that the efficient flow of traffic in the City of Toronto is maintained.

These measures will remain in effect until further notice.

Should this approach be amended, updates will be provided through news releases and will be made available at www.torontopolice.on.ca/parking

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Superintendent Scott Baptist

Man facing multiple charges including robbery and assaulting an officer, Jarvis Street and Gerrard Street East area, Dujaughn Anthony McKenzie, 24

 

Man facing multiple charges including robbery and assaulting an officer,
Jarvis Street and Gerrard Street East area,
Dujaughn Anthony McKenzie, 24

Broadcast time: 12:00 Date: Tuesday, December 22, 2020 Unit: Hold Up Phone: 416-808-7350 Case #: 2020-2397163

The Toronto Police Service Hold Up Squad is making the public aware of an arrest in relation to a retail robbery that occurred in Toronto.

On Monday, December 21, 2020, a retail store robbery was committed in the Jarvis Street and Gerrard Street East area.

It is alleged that:

- a man entered the store and selected a new backpack which he began filling with his own personal items

- he was not wearing a mask and an employee reminded him of the COVID-19 protocols requiring a mask

- he pulled out a lighter and attempted to light the employee on fire

- he then exited the store with the backpack and was confronted by an employee

- he began to assault the employee by biting the employee on the arm

- he once again tried to light the employee on fire before fleeing the scene on foot

Officers from 51 Division quickly responded and located a man nearby.

It is further alleged that:

- the same man began to fight with the responding police officers

- he spat at the officers and threatened to kill them

- the officers were able to subdue him and placed him under arrest

- the stolen backpack was recovered

On Monday, December 21, 2020, Dujaughn Anthony McKenzie, 24, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with:

1. two counts of Robbery With Offensive Weapon
2. two counts of Assault Peace Officer
3. Assault
4. Uttering Threats
5. Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under
6. Fail to Comply Release Order

He appeared in court at College Park on Monday, December 21, 2020, at 10 a.m., room 507

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 Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Inspector Lauren Pogue, Hold Up

Public Safety Alert, Protect Yourself During Online Shopping

Public Safety Alert,
Protect Yourself During Online Shopping

Broadcast time: 12:30 Date: Friday, November 27, 2020 Unit: Financial Crimes Phone: 416-808-7300 Case #: N/A

The holiday season is approaching and this year businesses are expecting an increase in online shopping. The Toronto Police Service would like to remind you to stay vigilant and provide you with the following information and best practices for a more secure online shopping experience this holiday season:

- always install antivirus updates for your devices as soon as updates are available,

- change your passwords for online shopping sites and other accounts regularly, using a different password for each system and account

- where possible, use two-factor authentication for an added layer of login security

- immediately change factory pre-set passwords on home networking equipment, such as Wi-Fi routers and smart devices

- for shopping online, credit cards are your most secure option; verify online transactions by checking your credit card and banking statements routinely and activate the alerts offered by your bank to receive email or text notifications for all account transactions

- do not use public Wi-Fi networks for online shopping or banking, even when a password in required

- phishing (luring using email) and smishing (luring via text message) are fraud schemes, which criminals use to elicit funds, obtain credit card data, personal information, or install malware on computers and electronic devices

- never respond to emails or text messages from unknown sources, and avoid opening attachments or clicking on links from senders you do not recognize

- reputable and established online businesses utilize encryption to protect personal identifiers and payment information transmitted to and from your computer or device, look for the lock icon next to a website address in your browser.

- always verify website addresses by manually typing them into your web browser, or access websites from internet searches

- when shopping from your phone, choose vetted apps from trusted businesses and download apps only from an authorized app store.

Remember, if the offer sounds too good to be true, then it probably is.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Gail Regan, Financial Crimes

Public Safety Alert, Police investigating suspected drug overdoses in downtown core, Possibly linked to five deaths

Public Safety Alert,
Police investigating suspected drug overdoses in downtown core,
Possibly linked to five deaths

Broadcast time: 16:30 Date: Friday, November 20, 2020 Unit: 51 Division Phone: 416-808-5100 Case #: 2020-2193225

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

On Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 10:49 a.m., officers along with Toronto Fire and medics responded to a report that a person had fallen ill in the Bleeker Street and St James Avenue area.

It is reported:
- an 18-year-old man, of Toronto, had collapsed from a suspected drug overdose
- emergency services provided first aid but he was later pronounced dead

It is believed that:
- in the past week there have been four other suspected overdoses where people have died
- the deaths are linked to Fentanyl being distributed in the area of Bleeker Street and St James Avenue

The Toronto Police Service also 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 physical illness after consuming a narcotic, they should 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 Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Joel Evans, 51 Division

Suspect sought in Firearm Investigation, Sackville Street and Oak Street area, Security Images and Video Released

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 4:45 PM
51 Division: 416-808-5100

Case #: 2020-2061778

The Toronto Police are requesting the public’s assistance in a firearm investigation.

On Friday, October 30, 2020, at approximately 6:30 p.m., police responded to a person with a gun radio call in the Sackville Street and Oak Street area.

It has been reported that:

- a man in his 20s had chased a group of six people

- the man then pointed a firearm at the group of people who were running away

- the man was then seen in the grass area near townhomes holding a firearm

The man in his 20s is described as having a light complexion, approximately 5'8, medium build, wearing a red baseball cap with a logo on the front, red hooded jacket with the hood up around his face, black face mask, navy blue jeans, grey and white shoes, and was seen carrying a dark coloured satchel across his torso with red and black strap.

Security camera images and video 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 or Google Play.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Djo Kawaya, 51 Division

Arrest made in Attempt Murder Investigation, Church Street and Wellesley Street East, Zelt Felix, 20

 

Arrest made in Attempt Murder Investigation, Church Street and Wellesley Street East, Zelt Felix, 20

Thursday, November 5, 2020 - 5:15 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

Case #: 2020-2096961

On Thursday, November 5, 2020, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Toronto Police Service received a call for an Unknown Trouble in the area of Church Street and Wellesley Street East.

It is alleged that:

- a 40-year-old man was involved in an altercation with a number of people

- the man sustained multiple stab wounds

- the man was transported to hospital for serious, non-life-threatening injuries

With the assistance of 51 Division's Neighbourhood Community Officers, the suspect was identified and located.

Zelt Felix, 20, of No Fixed Address, has been arrested and charged with:

1. Attempt Murder
2. Aggravated Assault
3. Assault with a weapon
4. Three counts of Fail to Comply Release Order

He is to appear in court, at College Park, on Friday, November 6, 2020.

Officers would like to thank the public and local community groups for their assistance in this investigation.

A number of witnesses observed the altercation and investigators are asking anyone with information or video footage 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 Christopher Skelton, 51 Division

Traffic Fatality 31/2020, Cherry Street and Mill Street

Traffic Fatality 31/2020, Cherry Street and Mill Street

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - 7:20 PM
Traffic Services: 416-808-1900

Case #: 2020-2092644

On Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at 12:40 p.m., police received a report of a collision between a motor vehicle and a pedestrian at Mill Street and Cherry Street.

It is reported that:

- a 64-year-old man was operating a 2001 Mack Cement Truck eastbound on Mill Street at Cherry Street

- a 67-year-old woman was crossing Cherry Street going from the west side to the east side

- the cement truck made a right turn, striking the woman who was in the crosswalk

- she suffered significant injuries and succumbed to her injuries at the scene

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents, business, 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.

Constable Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Detective Graeme Philipson, Traffic Services, for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Shooting Investigation, Dundas Street East and River Street area, Security camera images released

Shooting Investigation, Dundas Street East and River Street area, Security camera images released

Tuesday, November 3, 2020 - 6:50 AM
Organized Crime Enforcement: 416-808-2510

Case #: 2020-1498407

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

On Monday, August 10, 2020, at 9:54 p.m., police responded to a Sounds of Gunshots call in the Dundas Street East and River Street area.

It is reported that:

- a black sports utility vehicle travelling southbound stopped near Dundas Street East and River Street

- the driver and two passengers brandished firearms from inside the vehicle and began shooting at five youths sitting on a porch

- there were no injuries as a result of the shooting

- the vehicle left southbound on River Street and went west on Dundas Street East

The suspect vehicle is described as an Infinity QX70 or similar model. Security camera images have been released.

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 Laura Brabant, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Tanouye, Centralized Shooting Response Team, Guns and Gangs Unit

Toronto Police Service Release Community Engagement Report, In the Communities’ Words: The Toronto Police Service’s Race-based Data Collection Strategy

Toronto Police Service Release Community Engagement Report, In the Communities’ Words: The Toronto Police Service’s Race-based Data Collection Strategy

Thursday, October 22, 2020 - 3:12 PM
Equity, Inclusion & Human Rights:  416-808-7100

On Thursday, October 22, 2020, the Toronto Police Service tabled its report In the Communities’ Words: the Toronto Police Service’s Race-based Data Collection Strategy with the Toronto Police Services Board.

This report provides an overview of the community engagement opportunities the Service has undertaken as it implements the collection of race-based and identity data. Over 69 opportunities took place between October 2019 and February 2020, involving almost 900 members from the city’s diverse communities.

"The community came forward with cautious optimism about this strategy and the Service’s overall efforts to address issues of anti-Black racism," said Deputy Chief of Police, Peter Yuen. "We committed to sharing their words back with them, and our plan for implementing their suggestions. We hope they will see their voices reflected in these pages."

The Toronto Police Service began collecting race and identity based data in January 2020, in line with the province’s Anti-Racism Act and the Toronto Police Service’s Board policy entitled: Race-Based Data Collection, Analysis and Public Reporting.

Community engagement efforts have continued with specific outreach to the city’s Indigenous communities and, starting November 2020, a second phase of engagement opportunities will launch as the Service looks to implement the self-identification phase of the strategy.

To read the report, or for more information about the strategy, visit the website at http://www.torontopolice.on.ca/race-based-data/

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications

Drug Investigation leads to discovery of World War 2 medals, Owner Sought

 

Drug Investigation leads to discovery of World War 2 medals, Owner Sought

Friday, September 25, 2020 - 7:51 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

Case #: 2020-1720415

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating the owner of World War 2 medals.

It is reported that:

- officers from 51 Division, Major Crime Unit, were conducting a drug investigation on September 11, 2020

- during the investigation, World War 2 medals were located that did not belong to the person they were investigating

The Toronto Police Service is asking for the public's assistance locating the owner of the medals. They are described as:

- 1939-1945 Star

- Burma Campaign Star

- France and Germany Campaign Star

- Italy Campaign Star

- 1939-1945 Voluntary Service Medal

- 1939-1945 War Medal (Merchant Marines)

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 Laura Brabant, Corporate Communications, for Detective Paul Walker, 51 Division

Personal Injury Collision Fail to Remain #31/2020, Dundas Street East and Parliament Street

 

Personal Injury Collision Fail to Remain #31/2020, Dundas Street East and Parliament Street

Saturday, September 12, 2020 - 1:28 PM
Traffic Services:  416-808-1900

Case #: 2020-1725469

On Saturday September 12, 2020, at 2:50 a.m., police received a report of a fail to remain collision involving a pedestrian at Dundas Street East and Parliament Street, in the City of Toronto.

It is reported that:

- a 52-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Dundas Street East, from the north side to the south side on Parliament Street.

- he was crossing with a group and was the last one crossing, when an eastbound vehicle crossed into the westbound lanes striking the victim.

- he received life-threatening injuries as a result of this collision.

- the vehicle, a grey Honda Civic, failed to remain at the collision scene and fled eastbound on Dundas Street East

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.

Constable Edward Parks, Corporate Communications, for Detective Graeme Phillipson for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Sexual Assault Investigation, Teacher arrested, David Field, 56

Sexual Assault Investigation, Teacher arrested, David Field, 56

Tuesday, September 8, 2020 - 4:30 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

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

It is alleged that:

- between 2015 and 2019, a teacher at Rosedale Heights School of the Arts sexually assaulted two girls who were students at the school

On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, members of 51 Division, Youth & Family Services, arrested David Field, 56, of Toronto. He is charged with:

1. Two counts of Sexual Assault
2. Two counts of Sexual Exploitation

He is to appear in court at 444 Yonge Street, on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 2 p.m., in room 505.

David Field has been employed at:

1. Rosedale Heights School of the Arts between 2004 to present

2. Don Mills Collegiate between 1999 to 2004

3. Georges Vanier Secondary School between 1998 to 1999

Police are concerned there may be other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, 10727@tps.ca, 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.

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.

Constable Laura Brabant, Corporate Communications, for Jason Ferreira, 51 Division

Back to School and Bicycle Safety Campaign, Tuesday, September 8 to Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Back to School and Bicycle Safety Campaign, Tuesday, September 8 to Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Tuesday, September 8, 2020 - 10:10 AM
Traffic Services:  416-808-1900

September means ‘Back to School’ for thousands of Toronto students and the Toronto Police Service will be out on our city’s roads reminding people about the importance of road safety.

While the return to school is usually the focus for September, the Service will also be promoting ‘Bike Month ’- an event regularly held in June – to raise awareness of cycling safety.

The joint ‘Back to School’ and ‘Bicycle Safety’ campaign was launched on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at Keelesdale Junior Public School, alongside the Mayor and other partners. The campaign will run until Wednesday, September 30, 2020.

By launching these campaigns together, the Service can focus traffic enforcement efforts and increase public awareness in a bid to improve the safety of school children, cyclists and all other road users.

With emphasis on enforcement, education and community engagement, officers will be looking out for drivers who speed, drive aggressively and drive distracted or impaired. Officers will also be in school zones targeting those who are parked illegally or vehicles potentially putting others at risk. Often, these behaviours lead to frustration, congestion and an unsafe environment for all road users.

The campaign also ties in with Toronto's Vision Zero Road Safety Plan which sees the Service, the City and other partners work together to achieve zero deaths on our roads. While the Service’s priority is educating people about their behaviours, current Vision Zero Enforcement Team officers will continue to take action where necessary and a permanent dedicated team will be out on our city’s streets later this fall.

A full announcement with specifics of the permanent team will be released closer to the time but members will be highly visible and strategically deployed throughout the city. The officers will conduct intelligence-led enforcement activities in locations determined by data from collisions, speed monitoring and more.

Year to date, the current team has issued more than 24,000 tickets for a variety of driving offences, while collisions that have caused life-threatening injuries have nearly halved compared to last year – 56 as of September 4, 2019 and 28 as of September 4, 2020.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Sergeant Jason Kraft, Traffic Services for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Update, Woman arrested, Oleesiea Langdon, 24

 

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Update, Woman arrested, Oleesiea Langdon, 24

Saturday, August 29, 2020 - 9:34 AM
Homicide:  416-808-7400

Case #: 2020-1607604

Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on the investigation into Homicide #46/2020.

On Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at 10:09 a.m. police responded to a person with a knife radio call at 236 Sherbourne Street.

See previous news release.

On Friday, August 28, 2020, at 9:09 p.m., the suspect in this investigation, Oleesiea Langdon, 24, attended 51 Division and turned herself into investigators.

She has been charged with:

1. Second Degree Murder

She is scheduled to appear at College Park Court, by video link, on Saturday, August 29, 2020, courtroom 501, at 10 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, 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 Tim Gallant, Homicide

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Woman Wanted, Update, Images released

 

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Woman Wanted, Update, Images released

Friday, August 28, 2020 - 4:00 PM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

Case #: 2020-1607604

The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on a homicide investigation.

On Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at approximately 10:09 a.m. police responded to a person with a knife radio call at 236 Sherbourne Street.

See previous release.

Investigators have released images of Oleesiea Langdon, 24, of Toronto. She is currently wanted for:

1) Second Degree Murder

She is described as having a light complexion, medium build, wearing a dark hoodie, light coloured track pants, and yellow shoes.

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 Tim Gallant, 51 Division

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Woman Wanted

Homicide #46/2020, 236 Sherbourne Street, Woman Wanted

Thursday, August 27, 2020 - 1:00 PM
Homicide:  416-808-7400

Case #: 2020-1607604

The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on a homicide investigation.

On Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at approximately 10:09 a.m. police responded to a person with a knife radio call at 236 Sherbourne Street.

It alleged that:

- a woman was armed with a knife and walking near Sherbourne Street and Dundas Street East

- police responded and found another woman with stab wounds and covered in blood at 236 Sherbourne Street

- paramedics transported the victim to a local trauma centre where the woman succumbed to her injuries

The victim has been identified as Tara Morton, 41.

Oleesiea Langdon, 24, of Toronto is currently wanted for:

1) Second Degree Murder

She is described as black, light complexion, medium build, wearing a dark hoodie, light coloured track pants and yellow shoes.

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 Michelle Flannery, Corporate Communications, for Detective Michael McGinn