Anticipated Snow and Potential Freezing Weather Conditions, Winter Driving Tips

 

Anticipated Snow and Potential Freezing Weather Conditions,
Winter Driving Tips

Broadcast time: 10:14 AM
Date: Friday, Dec 23, 2022
Unit: Traffic Services
Phone: 4168081900
Case #: N/A

The Toronto Police Service would like to provide some winter driving tips.

The forecast for Friday, December 23 and Saturday, December 24, 2022, is anticipating blowing snow and flash freezing, resulting in icy and slippery surfaces, and reduced visibility. To ensure you are prepared, here are a few reminders from the Toronto Police Service:

• avoid any unnecessary trips if possible
• if you do need to drive, plan ahead and give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination
• slow down and leave more space in between vehicles (driving slower will allow for more reaction time and reduces stopping distance)
• look beyond where you are travelling
• use your mirrors and be aware of your surroundings, including other vehicles and pedestrians
• ensure all snow is cleared off your vehicle prior to leaving your destination. It is important to clear your windshield, but also the roof and remainder of your vehicle
• use your full headlight system in order to increase visibility to others
• tires: whether you have winter, snow or all season tires, ensure they are in good condition and properly inflated
• ensure your windshield wipers are working and washer fluid is topped up
• if you are involved in a collision, or break down, ensure your four-way flashers are on, remain in your vehicle, and contact police for assistance

It is advisable that the public continues to monitor the changing environmental conditions, and continually evaluate the need for driving.

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Constable Shannon Whitehead for Sergeant Melissa Kulik 

Suspect sought in Assault with a Weapon investigations, Dundas Street East and Victoria Street area, Update, Man Arrested

 

Suspect sought in Assault with a Weapon investigations, 
Dundas Street East and Victoria Street area,
Update,
Man Arrested

Broadcast time: 11:59 AM
Date: Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-2401692

 

The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on two Assault with a Weapon investigations.

On Friday, December 9, 2022 at 7:30 a.m., police received a call for a stabbing in the Dundas Street East and Victoria Street area. 

It is alleged that:

• the victim was standing outside
• the suspect approached the victim from behind
• the suspect slashed the victim in the face with an edged weapon unprovoked
• the suspect fled the scene on foot

On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 5:45 a.m., police recieved a call for a stabbing in Yonge Street and Adelaide Street area . 

It is alleged that: 

• the victim was asleep outside
• the suspect approached the victim
• the suspect slashed the victim in the face with an edged weapon unprovoked 
• the suspect then fled the area

On Tuesday, December 13, 2022, a man was arrested.

Matthew McLellan, 21, of Toronto will be charged with:

1. two counts of Aggravated Assault
2. two counts of Aggravated Assault with a Weapon

Court date is pending.

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.

 

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Const. Laura Brabant for Insp. Kathlin Seremetkovski

Man Arrested in Criminal Harassment investigation, Lake Shore Boulevard East and Parliament Street, Rezo Kopaliani, 27, Investigators concerned there may be other victims

Man Arrested in Criminal Harassment investigation,
Lake Shore Boulevard East and Parliament Street,
Rezo Kopaliani, 27,
Investigators concerned there may be other victims

Broadcast time: 12:30 PM
Date: Tuesday, Dec 13, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-2418948

The Toronto Police Service is advising the public about an arrest made in a Criminal Harassment investigation. 

On Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 4:10 p.m., police received a call for a suspicious incident in the Lake Shore Boulevard East and Parliament Street area. 

It is reported that:

• the victim was approached by the suspect
• the suspect showed the vicitim an obscene image 
• the suspect then threatened the victim
• the suspect fled the scene 

On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 12:50 p.m., police received a call for a suspicious incident in the Queen Street West and University Avenue area.

It is reported that:

• the victim was at work and approached the suspect
• the victim enagaged in conversation with suspect 
• the suspect showed the victim an obscene image 
• the suspect then threatened the victim
• the suspect fled the scene

On Sunday, December 11, 2022, Rezo Kopaliani, 27, of Toronto was arrested. He was charged with:

1. two counts of Criminal Harassment 
2. two counts of Uttering Threats 

He appeared in court for a Bail Hearing on Monday, December 12, 2022, at 10 a.m., at College Park Court, 444 Yonge Street, Room 507. He was remanded into custody.

An image has been released.

Investigators are concerned there may be other victims and are asking anyone with information to contact police at 416-808-5104, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Const. Shannon Whitehead

Man Arrested in Financial and Retail Robbery Investigation, Winston Park & Church-Wellesley areas, Zakerie Ali, 27

Man Arrested in Financial and Retail Robbery Investigation,
Winston Park & Church-Wellesley areas,
Zakerie Ali, 27

Broadcast time: 03:50 PM
Date: Friday, Dec 02, 2022
Unit: Hold-Up
Phone: 4168087350
Case #: 2022-2335359

The Toronto Police Service Hold Up Squad would like to make the public aware of an arrest made in a robbery investigation.

On Wednesday, November 30, 2022, officers responded to a robbery call in the Wilson Avenue and Dufferin Street area.

It is alleged that:

• a man entered a bank and made several unsuccessful attempts to withdraw cash from the Automated Teller Machine (ATM)
• the man then approached a teller and made a demand for cash while gesturing toward his waistband indicating that he had a firearm
• no firearm was observed during the incident
• the man obtained a quantity of cash before fleeing the bank

Several hours later on the same date, officers responded to a robbery call in the Yonge Street & Carlton Street area.

It is further alleged that:

• a man entered a pharmacy and selected an item for sale
• the man approached the checkout counter while holding his hand in his jacket pocket indicating that he had a firearm
• no firearm was observed during the incident
• the man made a demand for cash but the employee was unable to open the register
• another employee approached and the man fled the store empty-handed

On Thursday, December 1, 2022, officers observed a man matching the suspect description, commenced an investigation, and took him into custody.

It is further alleged that:

• at the time of arrest, officers recovered the bank card used at the ATM during the bank robbery

Zakerie Ali, 27, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. two counts of Robbery.

He was scheduled to appear in court for a Bail Hearing on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 10:00 am at the College Park Court, 444 Yonge Street, Room 507.

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

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Constable Sinderela Chung for Inspector Richard Harris 

Online Threat to Schools Investigation, Man arrested, Usman Suhrwardy, 39

 

Online Threat to Schools Investigation,
Man arrested,
Usman Suhrwardy, 39

Broadcast time: 01:59 PM
Date: Monday, Nov 28, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-2313293 

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

It is alleged that:

• on Saturday, November 26, 2022 to Sunday, November 27, 2022, multiple on-line threats were made to Metropolitan University community members

On Monday, November 28, 2022, a search warrant was executed with the Hamilton Police Service's Tactical Unit. Multiple electronic devices were seized and a man was arrested.

Usman Suhrwardy, 39, of Hamilton, was arrested and charged with:

1. 23 counts of Uttering Threats/Death or Bodily Harm
2. three counts of Harassment by Threatening Conduct to Other Person

He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park Courts on Tuesday, November 28, 2022 at 10 a.m.

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.

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Constable Sinderela Chung for Detective Sergeant Suzanne Redman

2023 Safe Seniors Calendar Launch, Wednesday, November 16, 2022, Regent Park Community Centre

2023 Safe Seniors Calendar Launch,
Wednesday, November 16, 2022,
Regent Park Community Centre

Broadcast time: 04:00 PM
Date: Tuesday, Nov 15, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100

Members of the Toronto Police Service will be joining community group B.A.S.S.I.C (Bringing An Awareness of Senior Safety Issues To The Community) for the launch of its 2023 Safe Seniors Calendar on Wednesday November 16, 2022, at 9 a.m., at the Regent Park Community Centre, 402 Shuter Street.

B.A.S.S.I.C is a partnership between police, fire, government agencies and community groups dedicated to making seniors safer in the community. With the support of the Insurance Bureau of Canada, over 40,000 calendars will be distributed to seniors across the GTA, free of charge.

The calendar features a different safety message each month including safe driving, elder abuse prevention, mental health, emergency preparedness, fire prevention and much more.   It also contains a comprehensive resource list with telephone and website addresses, to make sourcing additional information even easier.

For more information, please contact: B.A.S.S.I.C Co-Chairs Hélène Gagné at 647-776-5100 or Lisa Thompson, 416-844-0483.

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Const. Sinderela Chung for Det. Murray Campbell

Arrests Made in Construction Fraud Investigation, Yonge Street and Sheppard Avenue West area

Arrests Made in Construction Fraud Investigation,
Yonge Street and Sheppard Avenue West area

Broadcast time: 12:00 PM
Date: Monday, Nov 14, 2022
Unit: Financial Crimes
Phone: 4168087300
Case #: 2022-2170890

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of arrests made in a fraud investigation.

It is alleged that:

• a 75-year-old woman hired a contractor to do renovations at her residence in the area of Yonge Street and Sheppard Avenue West
• the contractor defrauded the woman of over $1,000,000
• further investigation revealed from February 2011 to October 2022, another 14 victims in the Greater Toronto Area had been defrauded in the same manner of over $400,000 combined. Five of these victims were also elderly.

On Monday, November 14, 2022, three men were arrested by members of the Financial Crimes Unit.

Antonio Sinopoli, 54, of Toronto, is charged with:

1. two counts of Fraud Over $5000
2. Possession of Proceeds of Crime
3. Laundering Proceeds of Crime

Wayne McNeil, 45, of Toronto, is charged with:

1. two counts of Fraud Over $5000

Francesco Sinopoli, 27, of Toronto, is charged with:

1. Fraud Over $5000

They will attend court on Friday, December 16, 2022, at 1000 Finch Avenue West, in room 301 at 2:30 p.m.

Police believe there may be more victims. The Contractor operated under the following company names in the GTA area:

• In Time For Finishing Touches
• Scala Exteriors
• AFS Contracting and Design
• Upper Level Renovations

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7318, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Const. Laura Brabant for D/Const. Dana Clark

TPS and ProAction Cops & Kids launch Monopoly: Toronto Edition, Proceeds from each game sold will support charities across Toronto

TPS and ProAction Cops & Kids launch Monopoly: Toronto Edition,
Proceeds from each game sold will support charities across Toronto

Broadcast time: 10:00 AM
Date: Thursday, Nov 10, 2022
Unit: Community Partnerships and Engagement Unit
Phone: 4168080100

On Thursday, November 10, 2022, ProAction Cops & Kids launched the Monopoly: Toronto Edition board game with Toronto Police Chief James Ramer, CF Toronto Eaton Centre General Manager Sheila Jennings, ProAction Cops & Kids Board President Stephen Kouri, and Ethan, a youth ambassador from the SickKids Foundation.

Today’s event celebrated the launch of the new game and raised awareness about the positive impact each sale of the game will have on charities and communities across the GTA. For each game sold, a portion of the proceeds will be redirected to 11 charities, including the SickKids Foundation, United Way, Jays Care Foundation, MLSE Foundation, Hope Air, The Keg Spirit Foundation, Hellenic Heritage, Mackenzie Health Foundation, Campfire Circle, Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy, and ProAction Cops & Kids.

Licensed by Hasbro Inc., Monopoly: Toronto Edition is a limited-edition version of the classic board game that features many of the most iconic Toronto brands, venues, and destinations. From the CN Tower to Canada’s Wonderland, to the bright lights of Mirvish Theatre, the vibrancy of CF Toronto Eaton Centre, and the wonder of Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada – Monopoly: Toronto Edition is a shining example of all this great city has to offer.

“I am pleased to offer the support of the Toronto Police Service on this collaborative initiative that will help charities providing valuable services in neighbourhoods across the city,” said Chief James Ramer. “The Service’s 30-year partnership with ProAction Cops & Kids helps us build trusting relationships with the communities we serve and gives kids life-changing opportunities.”

ProAction Cops & Kids is honoured to be partnering with incredible sponsors and partners across Toronto to support the city and its communities. Designing the game was a collaborative effort and only possible through the support of each sponsor and the iconic destinations on the board, including: 

• CF Toronto Eaton Centre, CF Sherway Gardens and Toronto-Dominion Centre (TD Centre)
• The CN Tower  
• Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada 
• The Toronto Zoo  
• Exhibition Place 
• And many more familiar places

ProAction Cops & Kids is a charitable organization that brings cops and kids together through skill-building and mentoring programs to create trust, respect, and safer communities.​ Since 1991, they have supported over 2,250 police-led programs throughout the Greater Toronto Area providing over 418,000 under-resourced youth with barrier-free access to skill-building activities and life-changing opportunities.

“For over 30 years, ProAction Cops & Kids has worked to build relationships in communities,” said Stephen Kouri, President, Board of Directors, ProAction Cops & Kids. “Today we’re privileged to be collaborating on Monopoly: Toronto Edition with so many iconic organizations to celebrate our city and our communities, while supporting multiple charitable partners advocating for the people of Toronto.”

“At Cadillac Fairview, we take extreme pride in our role as a community partner helping transform the cities where we operate,” said Martin Wray, Vice President, Retail Operations, Cadillac Fairview. “We’re pleased to have three of our signature landmarks featured – CF Toronto Eaton Centre, CF Sherway Gardens and Toronto-Dominion Centre – and through our participation, celebrate our great city and support an important cause.”

Anyone interested in getting a limited-edition Monopoly: Toronto Edition board game can purchase them online at monopolytorontoedition.com or at select game sponsor gift shops, including the gift shop at Toronto Police Headquarters. For orders over 20 units, please email: contact@copsandkids.ca. This limited-edition game is a great collector’s item and gift idea for the upcoming holiday season.

A video of the event today can be found on the Service’s YouTube channel.

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Stephanie Sayer for Sgt. Wendy Drummond

Toronto Police and Durham Regional Police Announce First of its Kind Collaboration to Share Firearm Bail Compliance Data

Toronto Police and Durham Regional Police Announce First of its Kind Collaboration to Share Firearm Bail Compliance Data

Broadcast time: 10:00 AM
Date: Tuesday, Oct 25, 2022
Unit: Analytics & Innovation
Phone: 4168087986

The Toronto Police Service (TPS) and the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) are announcing an inter-agency collaboration to share firearm bail compliance data in real time.

Through the shared Firearm Bail Dashboard, both Services are able to share and display each other’s bail offender information on internal dashboards.  This innovative approach, the first of its kind in Canada, will help breakdown geographic barriers and ultimately lead to increased officer and community safety. It will also give frontline officers access to real time situational awareness, enabling them to make data driven decisions and assist in effective and objective resource allocation. 

In 2021, TPS provided DRPS with access to its Firearm Bail Dashboard, resulting in the identification of over 40 firearm bail offenders residing in Durham Region.  To date, there are approximately 1,100 firearm bail offenders displayed on the dashboard, with over 400 bail offenders residing in jurisdictions outside of Toronto.

The capabilities of this application go well beyond bail compliance, and have directly assisted in the identification of several violent offenders. They include an offender wanted in connection with an abduction in York Region; an offender wanted for a homicide in Toronto; and an offender wanted in connection with an armed carjacking - resulting in the recovery of a loaded firearm.

The bail compliance checks also give officers the opportunity to provide bail offenders with referrals to programs, agencies and resources including employment, housing and financial aid.

Please watch the Firearm Bail Dashboard video here for more information.

Benefits of this inter-agency collaboration include:

• Breaking down the jurisdictional barriers that offenders may utilize to their advantage
• Improved officer and community safety
• Fostering a collaborative approach to policing across jurisdictions
• Providing officers with a solution that enables real-time data driven decisions and situational awareness
• Equipping police agencies with a tool for effective and objective resource allocation
• Utilizing bail compliance checks to provide referrals to agencies and programs that can assist in rehabilitating the bail offender and/or anyone living in the household (including the gang exit strategy program, employment assistance, housing and financial aid)

As this project continues to remove the barriers of communication between police agencies, TPS and DRPS are in communication with the law enforcment across Ontario, with a view to expand this initiative province-wide.

To speak to someone about this collaboration, or for more information contact:

Toronto Police Service, Ashling Murphy, corporatecommunications@torontopolice.on.ca

Durham Regional Police Service, Chris Bovie, media@drps.ca.

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Ashling Murphy

Toronto Police hosting community town halls on findings from Race and Identity-Based Data Collection

Toronto Police hosting community town halls on findings from Race and Identity-Based Data Collection

Broadcast time: 12:45 PM
Date: Monday, Oct 17, 2022
Unit: Equity, Inclusion & Human Rights
Phone: 4168088176

On June 15, 2022, The Toronto Police Service released the findings from its Race-Based Data Collection (RBDC) Strategy. The findings are based on analysis of data collected in 2020 of officers’ perceptions of an individual’s race in use-of-force and strip searches.

Over the next six months seven Community Town Halls have been planned throughout Toronto. These Town Halls will provide community members a forum to share their perspectives and experiences, as well as, provide feedback on the 38 action items put forward to address the outcomes of the 2020 Use of Force and Strip Search report. Each Town Hall has an in-person or virtual option.

Please visit the ‘Community Consultation’ section of the Service’s RBDC website for the in-person registration links or YouTube links to participate virtually.

TOWN HALLS

Toronto Public Library - Albion Branch
1515 Albion Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9V 1B2
October 27, 2022, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Watch Livestream

Jamaican Canadian Association
Hosted by Caribbean African Canadian Social Services: CAFCAN
995 Arrow Road, North York, ON
November 16 2022, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Watch Livestream

Malvern Public Library
30 Sewells Rd, Scarborough, ON M1B 3G5
November 23 2022, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Watch Livestream

Youth Focus Town Hall | Malvern Family Resource Centre
90 Littles Rd, Scarborough, ON M1B 5E2
November 29, 2022, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Watch Livestream

Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities Health Centre
2660 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2S3
November 30, 2022, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Watch Livestream 

Lawrence Height Community Centre
5 Replin Rd, North York, ON M6A 2N3
January 25, 2023, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Watch Livestream 

Lawrence Height Community Centre
5 Replin Rd, North York, ON M6A 2N3
April 29, 2023, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(Livestream Link TBD)

For more information on the RBDC findings, see our Interactive Story Map and visit the Race-Based Data Collection webpage on TPS.ca.

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Ashling Murphy

Man wanted in an Assault Investigation, Yonge Street and Wellesley Street East area, Image released

Man wanted in an Assault Investigation,
Yonge Street and Wellesley Street East area,
Image released

Broadcast time: 07:40 AM
Date: Tuesday, Oct 11, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-1778099

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

On Monday, October 10, 2022, at 9 p.m., officers responded to an Assault call in the Yonge Street and Wellesley Street East area.

It is reported that:

• a man approached a woman and punched her in the face
• the man walked northbound towards Wellesley Street East

The man is described as 5’10”, with a slim build, in his 40s, with short light brown hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweater, black pants, and a grey backpack.

An image has 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.

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Const. Alex Li for D/Const. Tyler Mercier

 

Moss Park Quarterly Meeting with the Neighbourhood Community Officers: September 21 at 6pm

 Meet our Moss Park Neighbourhood Community Officers on Wednesday September 21 at 6pm at the John Innes Community Centre

This is your opportunity to ask questions, learn more about the program, discuss our area crime statistics and get updates on critical incidents.

Feel free to send them questions in advance at mosspark@torontopolice.on.ca

Click HERE for more information about Neighbourhood Community Officers

Funeral Arrangements for Constable Andrew Hong, Toronto Police Service

Funeral Arrangements for Constable Andrew Hong,
Toronto Police Service

Broadcast time: 02:37 PM
Date: Thursday, Sep 15, 2022
Unit: Corporate Communications
Phone: 4168087100

Toronto Police Constable Andrew Hong died in the line of duty on Monday, September 12, 2022. Constable Hong proudly served as a member of the Toronto Police Service for 22 years. He is survived by his wife, two children and his parents.

The Toronto Police Service wishes to thank members of the public who have offered their support and condolences.

The following arrangements have been finalized in partnership with Constable Hong’s family:

Funeral:

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at the Toronto Congress Centre, North Building, 1020 Martin Grove Road.

Members of the public are invited to observe the funeral procession as it travels from the Kane-Jarrett Funeral Home (8088 Yonge Street) to the Toronto Congress Centre. While we appreciate the public’s support, the funeral is not open to the public, but will include other police services and emergency service personnel.

Broadcast information and further details about the funeral and procession route will be provided to the media and public in the coming days, including confirmation of pool media and staging for the day.

Private Visitation:

Private visitations for Constable Hong are taking place for family, friends and colleagues in the days prior to the funeral and will not be open to media or the public.

Media may situate across the street from the funeral home, but are not permitted inside. We request that media not approach family or Service members attending so they may pay their respects in private.

Man wanted in Break and Enter investigation, Merchants’ Wharf and Queens Quay East area, Security camera images release

Man wanted in Break and Enter investigation,
Merchants’ Wharf and Queens Quay East area,
Security camera images release

Broadcast time: 01:10 PM
Date: Thursday, Sep 15, 2022
Unit: 51 Division
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-1551224

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying a man wanted in a Break and Enter investigation.

Officers responded to a call for a Break and Enter in the Merchants’ Wharf and Queens Quay East area.

It is reported that:

• on Friday, August 12, 2022, at approximately 11:15 p.m., a 34-year old woman entered a condo building
• an unknown man was in the lobby area and followed her into the elevator
• she exited the elevator on a floor and continued to open the door to a unit
• the unknown man chased her into the unit
• another person was in the unit and confronted the man
• he fled the unit

The man is described as having a medium build, was clean shaven, wearing blue button shirt with a collar, black jeans, Toronto Blue Jays baseball hat, multi-color backpack, and black running shoes with white along the bottom.

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), or at www.222tips.com.

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Constable Caroline de Kloet for Detective Corey Crawford

Homicide #61/2021 Oak Street/Sumach Street area Thane Murray, 27 Update Warrant Issued for Fourth Man

Homicide #61/2021
Oak Street/Sumach Street area
Thane Murray, 27
Update
Warrant Issued for Fourth Man

Broadcast time: 03:31 PM
Date: Tuesday, Sep 13, 2022
Unit: Homicide and Missing Persons Unit
Phone: 4168087400
Case #: 2021-1799405

The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest warrant issued for a fourth man wanted in a homicide investigation.

On Saturday, September 18, 2021, at 8:52 p.m., police responded to a call for a shooting in the Oak Street/Sumach Street area.

See excerpt of previous news release dated Sunday, September 19, 2021:

It is reported that:

• multiple gunshots were heard in the area
• officers arrived on scene and located three men suffering from gunshot wounds
• a 29-year-old man from Toronto was transported to hospital with life threatening injuries. He is now in stable condition
• a 27-year-old man from Toronto was transported to hospital with serious, but non-life threatening injuries
• one man was located suffering from multiple gunshots wounds, and was pronounced deceased on scene

The victim has been identified as Thane Murray, 27, of Toronto.

Police are seeking four suspects responsible for this shooting. All suspects were wearing dark coloured clothing and were wearing masks that concealed their faces.

The suspects were last seen fleeing the area together in a northerly direction.

Investigators are appealing to witnesses, anyone that may have security cameras, or who were driving in the area and have dash cameras, to contact police.

See excerpt of previous news release dated Wednesday, December 15, 2021:

On Monday, December 13, 2021, police arrested and charged Noah Anderson, 20, of Toronto, with:

1. First Degree Murder
2. two counts of Attempt Murder

On Tuesday, December 14, 2021, police arrested and charged Junior Jahmal Harvey, 20, of Toronto, with:

1. First Degree Murder
2. two counts of Attempt Murder

They both appeared in court at College Park, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, in room 507.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Jabreel Elmi, 27, of Toronto. He is wanted for:

1. First Degree Murder
2. two counts of Attempt Murder

Jabreel is described as 5'7", 180lbs, with a stocky build.

Police are seeking the public's assistance locating Jabreel. If located, do not approach, call 9-1-1. He is considered armed and dangerous.

A Canada-wide arrest warrant has now been issued for Rajahden Angus Campbell, 22, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1. First Degree Murder
2. two counts of Attempt Murder

Rajahden Angus Campbell is described as Black, approximately 6'1", and 174 lbs. He is to be considered armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1.

The warrant for Jabreel Elmi remains in effect. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

 

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Constable Victor Kwong for Detective Munish Dhoum

Expect a Busy Weekend in Toronto With Major Events Taking Place across the City, September 9-11, 2022

Expect a Busy Weekend in Toronto With Major Events Taking Place across the City, September 9-11, 2022

Broadcast time: 05:00 AM
Date: Thursday, Sep 08, 2022
Unit: Emergency Management & Public Order
Phone: 4168084900
Case #: N/A

With more than 80 scheduled events planned across the city this weekend, including several major events and concerts at large venues, the Toronto Police Service will have an increased visible presence in the downtown core and around major venues and events to ensure public safety and facilitate the safe movement of traffic.

Thousands of people will be attending events across the city and the Service is expecting increased activity in the evening and early-morning hours at restaurants and nightclubs. The Service will have dedicated resources in the downtown core, the entertainment district, Ontario Place and the waterfront area to maintain public safety and to mitigate traffic flow challenges.

The Rolling Loud international music festival is taking place at Ontario Place from September 9 – 11, during daytime and evening hours. 

• Three eastbound lanes on Lake Shore Boulevard will be closed during this time between British Columbia Road and Strachan Avenue. Traffic will be diverted off Lake Shore Boulevard on to British Columbia Road.
• Lake Shore Boulevard westbound will be reduced from three lanes to two between Strachan Avenue to British Columbia Road. 
• The curb lane will be allocated for pedestrians/cyclists and they are reminded to please obey the rules of the road.
• There will be increased traffic and pedestrian congestion in and around Ontario Place, including on walking and biking paths. Please plan your visit accordingly.

The Toronto International Film Festival will be taking place at multiple venues downtown.

• King Street West  will be closed to traffic from York Street to Spadina Avenue
• Richmond Street will be closed from John Street to Widmer Street.
• Expect increased pedestrian activity along King Street West throughout the weekend.

Concerts are also being held over the weekend at Scotiabank Arena and many people will be participating in several scheduled charity walks and runs. There are also several demonstrations taking place across Toronto this weekend.

It is recommended that people make themselves aware of alternate routes before heading downtown to try to avoid potential delays. The Service recommends the public consider using public transit when possible. Visit www.ttc.ca or www.metrolinx.com for more information.

As always, residents and visitors are encouraged to approach officers with any concerns and to follow our Twitter accounts for the latest information: @TPSOperations & @TorontoPolice.

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Ashling Murphy

Labour Day On-Street Parking Enforcement, Monday, September 5, 2022

 

Labour Day On-Street Parking Enforcement,
Monday, September 5, 2022

Broadcast time: 05:53 PM
Date: Friday, Sep 02, 2022
Unit: Parking Enforcement
Phone: 4168086600
Case #: N/A

The Toronto Police Service Parking Enforcement Unit will not be enforcing the following on-street parking bylaws during the Labour Day public holiday on Monday, September 5, 2022:

• rush-hour routes
• posted signs indicating Monday to Friday regulations

All other areas and parking offences will continue to be enforced.

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Const. Laura Brabant for Brian Moniz

Community Signage Pilot Project Enhancing Situational Awareness In Our Community

Community Signage Pilot Project Enhancing Situational Awareness In Our Community

Broadcast time: 11:00 AM
Date: Thursday, Sep 01, 2022
Unit: Corporate Communications
Phone: 4168087100
Case #: N/A

On Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 10 a.m., at 2245 Islington Avenue, Toronto Crime Stoppers, in partnership with the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Police Services Board and the City of Toronto launched a new Community Signage Pilot Project designed to enhance public safety.

Toronto Crime Stoppers Chair, Sean Sportun hosted the event, with remarks by Toronto Police Chief - James Ramer, Superintendent - LeeAnn Papizewski and Toronto Crime Stoppers Chair -Sean Sportun.

Public safety remains paramount to ensuring all members of our communities can enjoy and feel safe within their surroundings while engaging in activities that pertain to all aspects of life.

The objective of the initiative is to expand situational awareness within the community on how to report suspicious activity and incidents of criminality that affect our neighbourhoods.  The signage will provide a constant reminder for citizens that they have a conduit to report criminality anonymously through Crime Stoppers, while also sending a message to those breaking the law that the community is taking notice.

“Toronto Crime Stoppers remains resilient in our efforts to combat crime issues in our city while looking at ways to enhance the safety for our citizens”, said Sean Sportun, Chair of Toronto Crime Stoppers.  He also states, “The installation of these signs serves as a reminder for members of the community to report anonymously into Crime Stoppers and by doing so, they can feel a sense of empowerment for a crime free Toronto."

Chief James Ramer and members of Toronto Police Service Command was in attendance, along with members of the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Crime Stoppers and community supporters.

For further information, please contact Toronto Crime Stoppers Coordinator - Detective Marc Madramootoo at 416-808-7260 or Chair, Sean Sportun at 416-904-3805.

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Const. Caroline de Kloet for Det. Marc Madramootoo

Man wanted in shooting investigation, Sherbourne Street and Queen Street East area

Man wanted in shooting investigation,
Sherbourne Street and Queen Street East area

Broadcast time: 07:42 PM
Date: Tuesday, Jun 14, 2022
Unit: 51 Division, Integrated Gun & Gang Task Force
Phone: 4168085100
Case #: 2022-783839

Investigators continue to appeal to the public for information about a suspect in a firearm discharge investigation.

On Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at approximately 5:21 p.m., officers responded to a call for a shooting  in the Sherbourne Street and Queen Street East area.

It is reported that:

• two groups of people were standing in front of a convenience store
• a fight broke out between the groups
• one man produced a gun and fired it at the other group
• no one was injured and the two groups fled the area

Photos of the suspect have been released.

The suspect is considered armed, violent and dangerous. If located, do not approach.  Call 911 immediately.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2510, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), or at www.222tips.com.

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Const. Laura Brabant for D/Const. Angelo Garganis