Community Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) is made up of community volunteers and police service representatives from the 51 Division’s geographic area.
The membership of the CPLC reflects the unique and diverse population served by 51 Division. Participants on committees include community representatives from racial, cultural or linguistic groups, social agencies, businesses, tenant associations, schools, places of worship, gender, youth and socio-economic status.
Roofing Fraud investigations, Man and woman wanted
Thursday, August 24, 2017 - 6:02 AM 55 Division: 416-808-5500
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of several Fraud investigations in 54 Division. It is reported that:
- on Sunday, March 19, 2017, a resident of Cedarcrest Boulevard reported that a man knocked on his door and told him he was a roofer
- the man advised that one of the resident's roof vents was damaged and that he would repair it
- the resident paid $40 to complete the repair, however, no repair was done and the man left the area
The man was described as white, mid-40s, wearing khaki pants, dark jacket, baseball cap.
It is further reported that:
- on Wednesday, July 5, 2017, a resident of Sibley Avenue reported that a man and woman knocked on her door
- the man advised her he was a roofer and that one of her roof vents was damaged
- the man advised that he would repair it for $250
- the resident feared this was a scam and did not hand over any money
- both the man and woman left the area
The man was described as white, 25-30. The woman was described as white, 25-30.
It is further reported that:
- on Saturday, July 8, 2017, a resident of Sibley Avenue reported that a man and woman knocked on her door
- the man advised he was a roofer and that a vent cap on her roof needed repair
- the woman paid the man $350 in cash to complete the repair
- after the repair was completed, the man told the woman that he overcharged her by $150 and wanted to refund her money
- the man produced a debit machine and the woman inserted her bank card into the machine
- once the woman entered her PIN in the debit machine, the man and woman ran off with the woman's debit card
- the woman was later advised that $800 was withdrawn from her account
The man and woman were described as white. It is further reported that:
- on Monday, August 21, 2017 a resident of Meighan Avenue reported that a man and woman knocked on her door
- the man advised her he was a roofer and that a vent cap on her roof needed repair
- the man asked for $300 in cash to complete the repair. After negotiation, the woman agreed to pay $50
- the man took the money and promised to return to complete the repair, but did not return.
The man and woman were described as white and were driving a white scooter.
It is further reported that: - on Tuesday, August 22, 2017, a resident of Coleman Avenue reported that a man and woman knocked on her door
- the man advised he was a roofer and that a vent cap on her roof needed repair
- the woman, having heard about this scam from her neighbours, told the man and woman to leave her property and called police
The man was described as white with black hair. The woman was described as white with black hair in a bun.
The Toronto Police Service urges homeowners to exercise caution when dealing with contractors who solicit business door to door in neighbourhoods. The public is reminded that, in commercial transactions, they should always verify the identity of a person or business before deciding to trust that person or business.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Toronto Police Service Welcomes New Deputy Chiefs of Police
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - 4:34 PM Corporate Communications: 416-808-7100
After a national search by the Toronto Police Services Board, the Toronto Police Service is pleased to welcome three new Deputy Chiefs of Police.
Staff Superintendent Peter Yuen, Superintendent Barbara McLean, and Inspector Shawna Coxon all bring the skills and experience necessary to further the modernization of the Service.
“I have had the pleasure of working with each of these members throughout my career,” said Chief of Police Mark Saunders. “Collectively, they bring innovation, diversity, and leadership to my Command Team. I am excited for the future of the Toronto Police Service and the city of Toronto.”
The new Deputy Chiefs will be introduced at tomorrow’s Police Services Board meeting. They, along with the Chief, Chair Andy Pringle and Mayor John Tory, will be available to media at 12:45 p.m., at Headquarters, outside the Auditorium.
The Deputies join Deputy Chief James Ramer, Deputy Chief Mike Federico (retiring in September), and Chief Administrative Officer Tony Veneziano.
Biographies for the new Deputy Chiefs are as follows.
For more information, please contact Meaghan Gray, at 416-808-7095.
About the new members of Command
Deputy Chief Peter Yuen
Peter Yuen has been a member of the Toronto Police Service for 30 years. Before becoming Deputy Chief of Police, he was the Staff Superintendent in charge of Corporate Risk Management – an area that included Professional Standards, Legal Services and the Toronto Police College. Peter’s career has included time as Unit Commander of several Divisions, a trainer at the College, and as an investigator of organized crime. Peter is best known for his expertise in the area of Asian Organized Crime and for leading the resurrection of the Community Police Academy. He has a Master’s of Arts in Leadership and a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Justice Studies. Peter is proud of his Chinese heritage and has been an active ambassador for the community. He currently serves as senior advisor to the East & South Asian Internal Support Networks. Deputy Chief Barbara McLean
Barbara McLean has been a member of the Toronto Police Service for 28 years. Before becoming Deputy Chief of Police, she was a Superintendent and Unit Commander of 54 & 55 Divisions, where she led a team dedicated to community safety and customer service. Barbara’s career has included time as Unit Commander of the Toronto Police College, and as a domestic violence and sexual assault investigator. She is best known for her role as the Transformation Lead on the Human Resources Modernization Project. Barbara has a Masters of Human Resources & Industrial Relations, a Masters of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Business Administration. She volunteers with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and WindReach Farm and is the founder and current senior advisor of the Service’s LGBTQ Internal Support Network.
Deputy Chief Shawna Coxon
Shawna Coxon has been a member of the Toronto Police Service for 20 years. Before becoming Deputy Chief of Police, she was an Inspector with Strategy Management, where she led a team focused on change management for the Transformational Task Force recommendations. Shawna’s career has included time as a frontline police officer/supervisor, numerous investigative roles including a professional standards investigator and a human rights advocate. She is best known for her work implementing the CyberCrime team, the Service’s Internal Support Networks and for organizing the first police-led Racially-Biased Policing Conference. Shawna has a Ph.D. in Law (Criminal), a Masters in Criminology, and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She has extensive local and international volunteer experience, has been an adjunct professor for more than a decade and recently attended the Governor General’s Leadership Conference.
Imitation gold iPhone 7 Plus cellphones sold online
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - 3:38 PM 23 Division: 416-808-2300
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of imitation gold iPhone 7 Plus cellphones being sold on Kijiji and other websites.
The imitation iPhone 7 Plus cellphones look identical to genuine iPhone 7 Plus models and are sold in sealed packaging. They have Serial # C39T6R6AHFXY and IMEI #359176076852917, which are verified by Apple as authentic.
The cellphones do not have authentic Apple software. The public is advised to remain vigilant when buying these cellphones and to take all precautions to ensure the cellphone is authentic.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Man, 32, faces 12 charges in Arson investigation, Downtown Toronto
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 - 2:32 PM 51 Division: 416-808-5100
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in an Arson investigation.
It is alleged that:
- on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 4 a.m., officers responded to the Mutual Street and Gould Street area for a garbage can on fire
It is further alleged that:
- on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 4:22 a.m., officers responded to the Yonge Street and Gerrard Street East area for a garbage can fire near a laneway
It is further alleged that:
- on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 4:49 a.m., officers responded to the Bay Street and Hagerman Street area for church doors on fire
On Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at 5:19 a.m., Jordan Omar Cuthbert, 32, of Toronto, was arrested. He was charged with:
1) six counts of Arson 2) five counts of Mischief Under $5000 3) Mischief Over $5000
He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Wednesday, August 23, 2017.
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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Muhammad Fahad, 33, charged in ongoing Sexual Assault Investigation, Man's photograph released
Tuesday, August 22, 2017 - 3:53 PM 51 Division: 416-808-7474
The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public about an ongoing Sexual Assault investigation.
On Sunday, August 20, 2017, Durham Regional Police Service received a call for a sexual assault.
It is alleged that:
- on Sunday, August 20, 2017, a 25-year-old woman was leaving a downtown Toronto nightclub in the Cherry Street and Polson Street area
- a man approached her, posing as an Uber driver, and asked if she needed a ride
- the woman entered the man's car, a red, four-door 2017 Toyota Camry
- the man then sexually assaulted the woman on the drive home
On Monday, August 21, 2017, Muhammad Fahad, 33, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:
1) Sexual Assault 2) Theft Under
He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Tuesday, August 22, 2017, 10 a.m., room 507.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault, please visit our Sex Crimes website.
Personal injury collision #39/2017, now fatal collision #35/2017, Dundas Street East, East of Sherbourne Street, Update, Security camera video released
Tuesday, August 22, 2017 - 2:19 PM 51 Division: 416-808-1900
On Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at 4:05 a.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision.
This investigation is ongoing and police are looking to speak with the drivers of these two vehicles.
Additionally, police are requesting anyone who was in the area on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at approximately 4:05 a.m., and who has any information, to contact police.
Investigators have collected security camera video they want to share with the public. If anyone recognizes this vehicle, or has any information related to it, please contact police. To view the video, click here
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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Public Safety Alert, Yonge Street and Gloucester Street area, Stolen medication
Sunday, August 20, 2017 - 7:46 PM 52 Division: 416-808-5200
The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a quantity of stolen medication.
On Sunday, August 20, 2017, at 1:50 a.m., 20 vials of Novorapid NPH and 20 vials of Novolin insulin were stolen in front of an address near Yonge Street and Gloucester Street.
The medication was inside a black suitcase left outside of the address.
The medication could be harmful or fatal if ingested, especially to children.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
- a light-coloured minivan was eastbound on Dundas Street East, east of Sherbourne Street
- the driver of the minivan was able to avoid striking the woman
- a dark-coloured sport utility vehicle (SUV) was eastbound on Dundas Street East, east of Sherbourne Street, and struck the woman
The woman was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The driver and vehicle are currently sought in relation to this collision. The driver may not have been aware that a woman was struck. Police are requesting anyone who was in the area at approximately 4:05 a.m., and was driving either of these vehicles, to contact police.
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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Police seek assistance identifying two men in Assault and Sexual Assault investigation, College subway station, Security camera images of two men released
Tuesday, August 15, 2017 - 3:47 PM 51 Division: 416-808-5100
The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance identifying two men in an Assault and Sexual Assault investigation.
It is reported that:
- on Friday, July 21, 2017, just after midnight, a couple entered College subway station
- a man approached the couple and sexually assaulted the 25-year-old woman
- the woman's boyfriend confronted the man who was with three other men
- one of the three other men then assaulted the boyfriend
The group of men then fled in an unknown direction.
Security camera images of two men are now available.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault, please visit our Sex Crimes website.
Security camera images of the man are now released.
If located, do not approach. He is considered dangerous. Call 9-1-1 immediately.
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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Man wanted in bomb threat investigation, Bloor-Yonge subway station, Photograph of man released
Sunday, August 13, 2017 - 10:13 PM 51 Division: 416-808-5100
The Toronto Police Service requests assistance locating a man wanted in a bomb threat investigation.
On Sunday, August 13, 2017, at 1:55 p.m., officers responded to a call for a bomb threat at Bloor-Yonge subway station.
It is reported that:
- a man was on the southbound Yonge line train
- the train was crowded
- the man announced to the people on board that he had a bomb and would blow up the train
- this forced the evacuation of the train in an unsafe manner
- he was last seen leaving the station in the midst of the crowd
His photograph is now 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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
- a man, 22, was driving a 2015 Mercedes S63, eastbound on King Street East, approaching Queen Street East
- a woman, 40, was driving a 2010 Nissan Cube, westbound on Queen Street East, approaching King Street East
- a man, 47, was driving a 2012 Toyota Camry, westbound on Queen Street East, approaching King Street East
- the Mercedes struck the Nissan, then the Toyota
- the driver of the Mercedes has been identified as Zicong Liu, of Toronto
He has been charged with:
1) Impaired operation of a motor vehicle 2) Impaired operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm 3) Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm 4) Criminal negligence causing bodily harm 5) Over 80 mgs operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm
He appeared in court at College Park on Thursday, August 3, 2017, courtroom 501.
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, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
Police request assistance with Sexual Assault investigation, Rosedale Valley Road and Bayview Avenue area, Update, Security camera video and images of man released
Friday, August 4, 2017 - 7:02 PM 51 Division: 416-808-7474
The Toronto Police Service is making the public aware of a Sexual Assault investigation.
To view a security camera video of the man, click here.
The man is described as 31-35, approximately 5'9", unshaven, short dark hair, medium build, with a potbelly, wearing a dark zippered hooded sweater, grey shirt, blue jeans and dark shoes.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7474, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), orLeave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.
A sexual assault is any form of unwanted sexual contact. It includes, but is not limited to, kissing, grabbing, oral sex and penetration. To learn more about sexual assault, including how to report a sexual assault, please visit our Sex Crimes website.
Rush-hour route enforcement campaign, Monday, July 31, 2017, to Friday, August 4, 2017, Results
Saturday, August 5, 2017 - 12:35 PM Parking Enforcement: 416-808-6600
The enforcement of the city’s rush-hour routes, and other traffic and parking offences, continues to be a priority for the Toronto Police Service.
From Monday July 31, 2017, to Friday August 4, 2017, the Service launched a heightened rush-hour route enforcement campaign that focused on traffic congestion and gridlock.
Parking Enforcement Officers and members from Traffic Services saturated the downtown core during morning and afternoon rush hours.
"Rush-hour routes that are clear of parked vehicles contribute to an efficient, liveable and safe city. TPS Parking Enforcement will continue to allocate resources and enforcement to where it is needed most to reduce gridlock and congestion," said Brian Moniz of Parking Enforcement.
Friday, August 4, 2017 - 6:58 AM Parking Enforcement: 416-808-6600
Toronto Police Service Parking Enforcement will not be enforcing the following on-street parking bylaws during the Civic holiday on Monday, August 7, 2017:
Operation Dry Water, Toronto Police Service teams up with Canadian Safe Boating Council to reduce impaired-related deaths
Wednesday, August 2, 2017 - 10:34 AM Marine: 416-808-5821
Drinking and boating accounts for approximately 40% of boating-related fatalities on Canadian waterways.
To raise awareness and reduce alcohol-related deaths, the Toronto Police Service is joining the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) to launch year five of an initiative called “Operation Dry Water.” Its goal is to discourage this potentially fatal practice.
With the summer boating season in high gear, the August long weekend is the perfect time to remind Canadian boaters about the risks of impaired boating. Combined with sun, wind, waves, and the rocking motion of the boat, the effects of alcohol on the water can be greatly increased.
The CSBC and the TPS would like, through this initiative, to raise awareness of the problem of boating under the influence and to remind boaters not to drink and boat.
Operation Dry Water will focus on the potential risks of impaired boating, and remedies that are currently in place to discourage it.
Federal statutes dictate that, whether or not your craft is motorized, you can be charged with Impaired Operation of a vessel under the Criminal Code of Canada if your blood alcohol level exceeds the .08 threshold.
This means you can be charged even if you are impaired while operating a canoe. A judge is able to, upon conviction, suspend your boating privileges but that’s not all. In the eyes of the law, impaired boating, like impaired operation of a motor vehicle, is a criminal offence that can have repercussions far beyond the loss of your boating privileges.
Operation Dry Water is aimed at reducing the number of alcohol-related accidents and fatalities on the water, while fostering a stronger and more visible deterrent to alcohol use while boating. The end goal? To achieve safer and more enjoyable recreational boating.
This initiative is made possible through support of Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety.
Public Safety Data Portal launched, User-friendly website for police data & maps, data.tps.on.ca
Wednesday, August 2, 2017 - 5:10 AM Business Intelligence & Analytics: 416-808-7777
A new Toronto Police Service data portal has been launched to the public to improve understanding of policing and provide the community with a transparent view of public-safety issues in their neighbourhoods.
The Public Safety Data Portal (data.tps.on.ca) provides unprecedented access to police statistics, including crime and traffic data at a granular level of detail. Data is provided in easily accessible maps and interactive dashboards as well as raw data for downloading, known as Open Data.
“The Public Safety Data Portal is designed to help reinforce the Toronto Police Service’s principles of being actively accountable, establishing trust in the community and enhancing collaborations channels with the public and partner agencies to address community safety challenges," Business Intelligence & Analytics Manager Ian Williams explains. “Providing Police Open Data contributes towards collaboratively finding insights into data. The public will be able to analyze data through interactive dashboards, mapping applications and even download raw datasets for their own analysis. We have built capabilities into the tools that allow users to filter and extract data by date, neighbourhood or by specific categories in the data.”
The first phase of the data releases includes 2016 Major Crime Indicators (excluding sexual assaults), a historical Homicide dataset from 2004 to 2016, Traffic Collision data, including events where a person was killed or seriously injured (KSI) as well as TPS Division and Patrol Zone boundary files. The data is provided in formats consistent with open data industry standards such as .csv, .kml, shapefiles and APIs, which people can use to develop applications and integrate data with other government data.
The portal was created as a result of the work done by the Transformational Task Force. Mandated to look beyond the way policing is currently done in Toronto, the TTF proposed a modernized policing model for the city that is innovative, sustainable and affordable.
