Police seek assistance with a Stabbing investigation, Bloor Street East near Sherbourne Street

Police seek assistance with a Stabbing investigation, Bloor Street East near Sherbourne Street

Thursday, June 6, 2019 - 1:30 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance with a Stabbing investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a man, 50, was walking on Bloor Street East approaching the corner of Sherbourne Street

- he was stabbed by an unknown man, who then fled the area eastbound on the south side of Bloor Street East

- the victim was transported to hospital and is in serious condition

The wanted man is described as approximately 25 years of age. He was wearing a red hoodie sweater with a Raptors logo, blue jeans, grey/white shoes, with glasses, and carrying a bag.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the stabbing, recorded video on their cell phone or dashboard car camera in the area, or anyone who may have any information regarding this stabbing, to contact police.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Corey Crawford, 51 Division

Sexual Assault Alert, Colborne Street and Scott Street area, Update, Curtis Plourde, 31, facing three charges

Sexual Assault Alert, Colborne Street and Scott Street area, Update, Curtis Plourde, 31, facing three charges

Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - 12:05 PM
Sex Crimes:  416-808-7474

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the pubic for their assistance with this investigation.

A release was published on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, asking for public assistance locating a man wanted in a sexual assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Sunday, May 26, 2019, at approximately 2 a.m., a 26-year-old woman was in the Colborne Street and Scott Street area

- she was approached by an unknown man

- he befriended her and they spent time in the area

- he then sexually assaulted her and fled the area

See previous release.

On Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 3:03 p.m., Curtis Plourde, 31, of no fixed address, was arrested in Toronto and charged with:

1. two counts of Sexual Assault
2. Fail to Comply Probation

He is scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, 10 a.m., 501.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Autumn Withrow, Sex Crimes

Man charged in Disturbance investigation, Church Street and Wellesley Street

Man charged in Disturbance investigation, Church Street and Wellesley Street

Wednesday, June 5, 2019 - 1:25 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of an arrest made in a disturbance call.

On Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at 5:50 p.m., officers responded to a call for a demonstration in theChurch Street and Wellesley Street East area.

It is alleged that:

- a man attended the intersection and began speaking using a megaphone

- some of his messages caused alarm in the community

- he was asked to stop by residents and business owners numerous times

- he attracted a large hostile crowd

David Lynn, 39, of Toronto, is charged with:

1. Cause Disturbance

He appeared in court at Old City Hall on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at 10 a.m., in room 501.

Investigators believe there were many people who recorded this incident. They would like to speak to anyone who recorded or heard him speaking.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Corey Crawford, 51 Division

Sexual Assault Alert, Colborne Street and Scott Street area, Security camera images released

Sexual Assault Alert, Colborne Street and Scott Street area, Security camera images released

Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 12:00 PM
Sex Crimes:  416-808-7474

The Toronto Police Service would like the assistance of the public locating a man wanted in a sexual assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Sunday, May 26, 2019, at approximately 2 a.m., a 26-year-old woman was in the Colborne Street and Scott Street area

- she was approached by an unknown man

- he befriended her and they spent time in the area

- he then sexually assaulted her and fled the area

He is described as approximately 30, 5’8” – 5’9”, thin build, wearing blue jeans, dark hooded sweater, and tan coloured boots.

Security camera images have been released.

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.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Lindsay Neale, Sex Crimes

Sexual Assault suspect

Sexual Assault suspect

Police seek assistance with a Residential Break and Enter Investigation, Huntley Street and Linden Street

Police seek assistance with a Residential Break and Enter Investigation, Huntley Street and Linden Street

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 7:25 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in a residential Break and Enter investigation.

On Sunday, May 26, 2019, police responded to a call for a Residential Break and Enter in theHuntley Street and Linden Street area.

It is reported that:

- on the same date, between the hours of 8:00 a.m., and 3:00 p.m., while the residents were away, unknown person(s) entered and ransacked the home

- the suspect(s) stole several valuable items, which included: watches, jewelry and purses; in all exceeding a total value of $500,000

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Allistair Blair, 51 Division

Break and Enter Investigation, King Street East and Jarvis Street area, Man Wanted

Break and Enter Investigation, King Street East and Jarvis Street area, Man Wanted

Saturday, May 25, 2019 - 2:30 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

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

On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Police responded to a break and enter call to a restaurant in the King Street East and Jarvis Street area.

It is alleged that:

- a man forcibly entered the restaurant through the main entrance, causing extensive damage to the door

- the man rummaged through property and fled the location

Nathan Otke, 33, of Toronto, is wanted on a warrant for:

1. Break and Enter with Intent

He is described as 6'2", 205 lbs., medium build, brown hair, brown beard with a moustache.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Katrina Arrogante, Corporate Communications, for Detective Gherardt Williams, 51 Division

Nathan Otke, 33 Man Wanted in a Break and Enter Investigation

Break and Enter Investigation, Jarvis Street and Dundas Street East area, Woman Wanted

Break and Enter Investigation, Jarvis Street and Dundas Street East area, Woman Wanted

Saturday, May 25, 2019 - 2:27 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance locating a woman wanted in a Break and Enter investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Friday, February 15, 2019, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a woman gained entry into a condominium building in the Jarvis Street and Dundas Street East area

- the woman ransacked through a few locations in the building causing damage and obtained a quantity of clothing

Daisy Warriner, 21, of Toronto, is wanted on a warrant for:

1. Break Enter and Commit
2. Mischief Under $5,000
3. Theft Under $5,000

She is described as 5’4, 120 lbs., medium build, brown eyes, with long black hair.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Katrina Arrogante, Corporate Communications, for Detective Gherardt Williams, 51 Division

Daisy Warriner, 21, Woman Wanted on a Break and Enter Investigation

Man and woman wanted in "pick pocket" thefts, Downtown restaurants

Man and woman wanted in "pick pocket" thefts, Downtown restaurants

Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 10:05 AM
52 Division:  416-808-5200

The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance identifying a man and a woman wanted in "pick pocket" style thefts at restaurants in the downtown core.

On Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at approximately 6:50 p.m., a man and woman entered a restaurant in the Bremner Boulevard and York Street area.

It is alleged that:

- They walked toward the bar

- The man concealed his hand by placing his jacket over it

- He stole a wallet from an unsuspecting person

- They then exited the restaurant

On Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at approximately 7 p.m., a man and woman entered a restaurant in the Yonge Street and Dundas Street West area.

It is alleged that:

- They walked into the bar area

- The man concealed his hand beneath his jacket

- He stole a wallet from an unsuspecting person

- They then left the restaurant

The man is described as late 20s to early 30s, with a black beard.

The woman is described as mid 20s to early 30s, with long blonde hair.

Security camera video and an image have been released.

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, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Antranik Ghazarian, 52 Division

Man and woman wanted in "pick pocket' thefts

Torontonians surrender over 2,700 guns through Gun Buyback Program

Torontonians surrender over 2,700 guns through Gun Buyback Program

Saturday, May 18, 2019 - 7:00 AM
Corporate Communications:  416-808-7100

The Toronto Police Service received more than 2,700 unwanted guns from Toronto residents from April 26 to May 17, 2019.

Over the three-week Gun Buyback Program, police collected over 1,900 long guns and over 800 handguns for destruction. It is the largest number of firearms collected through a gun buyback program in Toronto.

Chief Mark Saunders and Mayor John Tory noted the three-week program is one of the many measures that can contribute to community safety in Toronto.

"We are pleased with the participation of Torontonians taking steps to safely dispose of unwanted guns in their homes. These guns can present a potential danger if they fall into the wrong hands," said Chief Mark Saunders said. "Removing access to these guns, many of which are not securely stored, contributes to community safety.”

"Gun violence remains a serious concern for both the community and law enforcement. We know ending gun violence will take a variety of measures – there is no one magic answer," said Mayor John Tory. "Every gun surrendered is one less gun in our community and one less gun potentially available to people who want to cause problems in our city."

In July 2018, Toronto City Council adopted the Immediate Steps to Address Gun Violence report, which included a Council decision to establish a gun buyback program. The City of Toronto funded the program with unanimous approval from City Council.

Under the Gun Buyback Program, Toronto residents were able to request police pick up a registered or unregistered gun from their home for destruction for compensation amounting to $200 for long guns and $350 for handguns. Residents who turned over guns to police for destruction would not face charges for possessing or unsafely storing a firearm.

Kevin Masterman, Corporate Communications

Arrest made in shooting investigation, Bloor Street East and Castle Frank Road area

Arrest made in shooting investigation, Bloor Street East and Castle Frank Road area

Friday, May 17, 2019 - 1:45 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of an arrest made in a recent shooting investigation.

On Friday, May 10, 2019, at 10:06 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the Bloor Street East and Castle Frank Road area.

It is alleged that:

- A 34-year-old man stopped his car at a traffic light

- A white hatchback vehicle pulled up along side the first vehicle

- A person in the white hatchback vehicle shot multiple rounds into the other car hitting the 34-year-old man

- the 34-year-old man fled the scene in his car fearing for his life

- He became unconscious as he fled and crashed his vehicle into a nearby building

- The suspect(s) fled the area

Toronto Police Investigators, with assistance from the community, executed a search warrant in a home in East York. The following items were seized:

- A 9 mm firearm and the magazine

- A white hatchback vehicle

Maliq Crush, 26, of Toronto, was arrested. He appeared at College Park courts on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 and is charged with:

1. Attempted Murder
2. Discharge Firearm with Intent
3. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
4. Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
5. Careless Storage of a Firearm
6. Possession of a Prohibited Firearm
7. Possession of a Firearm Knowing Its Possession is Unauthorized
8. Tamper with Serial Number

Investigators believe there was a second suspect in the white hatchback vehicle. This suspect remains outstanding.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Ryan Kotzer, 51 Division

Gun Buyback Program, April 26 to May 17, 2019, Toronto residents compensated for ridding homes of guns

Gun Buyback Program, April 26 to May 17, 2019, Toronto residents compensated for ridding homes of guns

Friday, April 26, 2019 - 10:45 AM
Office of the Chief:  416-808-8000

The Toronto Police Service is buying back unwanted guns from Toronto residents from April 26 to May 17, 2019.

The buyback program helps Torontonians keep their city safe by having police pick up unwanted guns that have been inherited or are no longer used and often stored unsafely.

In July 2018, Toronto City Council adopted the Immediate Steps to Address Gun Violence report, which included a Council decision to establish a gun buyback program. The City of Toronto is funding this program.

Any Toronto resident who wishes to have police pick up a registered or unregistered gun from their home for destruction will be compensated with $200 for a long gun and $350 for a handgun. Residents who turn over guns to police for destruction will not face a charge for possessing or unsafely storing a firearm.

Residents should not bring guns to a police station or City facility.

To participate, call the Toronto Police Service non-emergency line at 416-808-2222 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. and an officer will visit your home to pick up the gun.

For more information, visit tps.on.ca/buyback.

Chief Mark Saunders and Mayor John Tory launched the three-week program at Toronto Police Service Headquarters on April 26, 2019.

"This is a great opportunity for Torontonians to get rid of unwanted guns from their homes that present a potential danger if they fall into the wrong hands,"
Chief Mark Saunders said. "These guns can be stolen in a break and enter and sold on the streets."

"Gun violence remains a serious concern for both the community and law enforcement. We know ending gun violence will take a variety of measures – there is no one magic answer," said Mayor John Tory. "Every gun surrendered is one less gun in our community. One less gun potentially available to people who want to cause mayhem in our city."

Kevin Masterman, Corporate Communications, for Chief Mark Saunders

Personal Injury Collision #19/2019, King Street East and Parliament Street

Personal Injury Collision #19/2019, King Street East and Parliament Street

Monday, March 18, 2019 - 5:25 PM
Traffic Services:  416-808-1900

On Sunday, March 17, 2019, at 6:32 a.m., police responded to a call for a Personal Injury Collision that occurred on King Street East, just west of Parliament Street.

It is reported that:

- a 23-year-old man was driving a Nissan, travelling eastbound King Street East approaching Parliament Street

- the driver of the vehicle lost control, mounting the south curb, striking a tree and then a concrete hydro pole

- as a result of the collision, the vehicle caught fire

- the driver sustained life threatening injuries and was transported to hospital

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, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Sergeant Alex Crews, Traffic Services, for Superintendent Scott Baptist, Traffic Services

Public Safety Alert, Bloor Street West and Sherbourne Street

Public Safety Alert, Bloor Street West and Sherbourne Street

Monday, March 18, 2019 - 1:32 PM
53 Division:  416-808-5300

The Toronto Police Service is currently investigating numerous reports of a suspicious incident in the Bloor Street West and Sherbourne Street area.

It is reported that:

- a man has been approaching girls in the area and requesting their phone numbers and social media information

- the man has also offered the girls rides in his car

The man is described as black, mid-twenties to early thirties and driving a four-door sedan.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Bruce Connor, 53 Division

#Fraudchat: Door-to-Door Scams

#Fraudchat: Door-to-Door Scams, Thursday, February 21, 2019, at 1 p.m.

Thursday, February 21, 2019 - 9:00 AM
Financial Crimes
416-808-7300

On Thursday, February 21, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m, the Toronto Police Service Financial Crimes Unit will be joined by members of the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to answer questions regarding Door-to-Door Scams. Members of the public can follow the Financial Crimes Unit, Detective Regan, Detective Constable Kelly and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, using the hashtags @ReganFCU @DKellyFCU @TPSFCU and @canantifraud on Twitter.

To follow #Fraudchat, members of the public simply need to log on to Twitter from 1 p.m., to 2 p.m. EST, and follow the hashtag. An application such as "Tweetdeck", which allows users to separately view tweets containing this hashtag, is also helpful in following the chat.

About #Fraudchat

#Fraudchat is an online program that seeks to educate and exchange ideas with the public about financial crimes and fraud. The moderators for this program are Gail Regan @ReganFCU, and Diane Kelly @DKellyFCU of the Financial Crimes Unit, along with Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre @Canantifraud.

For more information about #Fraudchat, please contact the Financial Crimes Unit at 416-808-7300.


For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.



Constable Jenifferjit Sidhu, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Diane Kelly, Specialized Criminal Investigations – Financial Crimes

Homicide #6/2019, 366 Queen Street East, Jaunoi Christian, 24, Photo released

Homicide #6/2019, 366 Queen Street East, Jaunoi Christian, 24, Photo released

Monday, February 18, 2019 - 1:35 PM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

On Friday, February 8, 2019, at 1:54 a.m., officers responded to a call for a shooting at 366 Queen Street East.

Officer arrived on scene to find a man suffering from gunshot wounds. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

He has been identified as Jaunoi Christian, 24, of Brampton.

See previous release.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Aaron Akeson, Homicide

Jaunoi Christian, 24, victim of Homicide #6/2019

Public Safety Alert, Vehicle Warm Up Thefts, Downtown Core

Public Safety Alert, Vehicle Warm Up Thefts, Downtown Core

Monday, February 18, 2019 - 9:05 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is warning members of the public that the arrival of extreme cold temperatures, and vehicles left unattended and warming up in driveways, has resulted in an increase number of vehicle thefts reported in and around the downtown core.

Reported cases have occurred in the area bounded by Dundas Street to the north, Lake Shore Boulevard to the south, Sherbourne Street to the east, and Bond Street to the west.

The convenience of a warm vehicle is not worth the risk of having it stolen. Police are strongly advising members of the public not to leave their vehicles unattended and running at any time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Detective Abdullah Nuri, 51 Division

Family Day On-Street Parking Enforcement

Family Day On-Street Parking Enforcement

Saturday, February 16, 2019 - 9:11 AM
Parking Enforcement:  416-808-6600

The Toronto Police Service Parking Enforcement Unit will not be enforcing the following on-street parking bylaws during the Family Day public holiday on Monday, February 18, 2019:

- Pay-and-Display/Metered Areas
- Rush-Hour Routes
- Posted signs indicating Monday to Friday regulations

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

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-6600, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Brian Moniz, Operations Supervisor - Parking enforcement West

Rolling overnight lane closures on Lake Shore Boulevard East

News Release:  February 14, 2019

Rolling overnight lane closures on Lake Shore Boulevard East as first step of Gardiner Expressway strategic rehabilitation

From February 19 to March 7, the westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard East between Cherry and Jarvis Streets will have intermittent overnight rolling lane closures, to allow crews to install access platforms for forthcoming work on the underside of the Gardiner Expressway.

At least one westbound lane will always remain open to reduce the impact on traffic. The intermittent 15-minute rolling lane closures will occur hourly, overnight from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., except for Friday and Saturday nights. On February 25 and 26 and March 4 and 5, one full lane will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., instead of the rolling closures.

While the lane closures are in effect, signs will be posted to support the safe travel of all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.

After March 7, further lane closures will be required on Lake Shore Boulevard East between Cherry and Jarvis Streets, so crews can continue to access platforms on the underside of the Gardiner Expressway and conduct other repairs. A series of lane closures is anticipated to continue until December and may take place during the day and/or overnight. The details, timing and impact of this work will be communicated in advance.

The section of the Gardiner Expressway between Jarvis and Cherry Streets is nearing the end of its service life and is the number one priority in the City of Toronto's Gardiner Expressway Strategic Rehabilitation Plan, which addresses the immediate and long-term rehabilitation needs of the expressway to ensure it remains in a safe and operable condition.

The first phase of major rehabilitation work on the eastern Gardiner Expressway will begin this summer and the project is expected to be completed by early 2021. The work will replace the entire concrete deck and steel girders of the expressway between Jarvis and Cherry Streets, replace the eastbound on-ramp at Jarvis Street and the westbound off-ramp at Sherbourne Street, rehabilitate the westbound off-ramp leading to Yonge, Bay and York Streets, as well as make other improvements. The City will provide more details on this work in the spring. 

More information about this project and the rolling lane closures is available at 
https://bit.ly/2I6QQRC.  More information about the Gardiner Expressway Strategic Rehabilitation Plan is available at https://bit.ly/2N34oML

Residents and visitors are encouraged to use the City's web-based map, http://www.toronto.ca/roadrestrictions, to help plan their travel. More information about the City's planned capital construction work is available at http://www.toronto.ca/inview.

Toronto is Canada's largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of more than 2.9 million people. It is a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture and is consistently ranked one of the world's most livable cities. For information on non-emergency City services and programs, Toronto residents, businesses and visitors can visit http://www.toronto.ca, call 311, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/cityoftoronto, on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/cityofto or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/cityofto. 

This news release is also available on the City's website: https://bit.ly/2GrGGcM

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Media contact: Susan Pape, Strategic Communications, 416-392-8350, 416-882-9273 (cell), Susan.Pape@toronto.ca

Homicide #6/2019, 366 Queen Street East, Jaunoi Christian, 24

Homicide #6/2019, 366 Queen Street East, Jaunoi Christian, 24

Saturday, February 9, 2019 - 9:55 AM
51 Division:  416-808-7400

On Friday, February 8, 2019, at 1:54 a.m., officers responded to a call for a shooting at 366 Queen Street East.

Officer arrived on scene to find a man suffering from gunshot wounds. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

He has been identified as Jaunoi Christian, 24, of Brampton.

A post-mortem examination is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2019.

A man was seen running from the scene. He is described as black, 6'0", mid 30s, with a medium build. He was wearing a blue and white toque, dark-coloured jacket and blue jeans.

Investigators are interested in speaking with anyone who may have been in the area or who may have taken video or pictures surrounding the time of this incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable David Hopkinson, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Graham Gibson, Homicide

Man arrested in Forcible Confinement investigation, Wallace Walter Pleasant, 59, faces charges

Man arrested in Forcible Confinement investigation, Wallace Walter Pleasant, 59, faces charges

Tuesday, February 5, 2019 - 6:06 PM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police would like to make the public aware of an arrest made in an investigation into two separate incidents involving Forcible Confinement.

It is alleged that:

- on Friday, February 1, 2019, at 11:52 a.m., Police responded to a call for a Sexual Assault in a unit of a residential building in the Bleecker Street and Earl Street area

- officers attended and found a woman inside of a unit where she was held against her will and was unable to leave

- she was taken to hospital

Later on the same day, Wallace Walter Pleasant, 59, of Toronto was located and arrested. He has been charged with:

1. Forcible confinement
2. Sexual Assault

He appeared in court on Saturday, February 2, 2019, at 9:00 a.m., at Old City Hall. He was released by the court on a recognizance.

It is further alleged that:

- on Tuesday February 5, 2019, at 9:52 a.m. Police responded the a call for an Unknown Trouble at the same address

- responding officers located another woman in the residence, who was being held against her will

- the male suspect, Wallace Walter Pleasant, 59, of Toronto, was also in the residence. He was arrested and charged with:

1. Forcible confinement
2. Two counts of Assault
3. Assault causing bodily harm

He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at College Park Courts, at 10 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Allyson Douglas-Cook, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Alexander Wallace, 51 Division

Improperly Discarded Harm Reduction Supplies

Public Safety Alert, Theft/Fraud Investigation, Downtown core, Two women wanted, Photo Released

Public Safety Alert, Theft/Fraud Investigation, Downtown core, Two women wanted, Photo Released

Monday, January 28, 2019 - 4:11 PM
52 Division:  416-808-5200

The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance identifying two women wanted in a theft and fraud investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, two women entered a hospital in downtown Toronto and attended a waiting room

- they stole a coat and purse containing credit cards and debit cards

It is further reported that:

- the same women attended retail stores and used those credit cards to pay for multiple purchases

The public is reminded to keep bags and belongings in view at all times.

Security camera images of women released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5271, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on ourFacebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Patrick Stewart, 52 Division Frauds

Two women wanted in a theft and fraud investigation

Federal Inmate Wanted, Richard Roddell Jamieson, 51, Photograph Released

Federal Inmate Wanted, Richard Roddell Jamieson, 51, Photograph Released

Monday, January 28, 2019 - 4:09 PM
Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad:  416-808-5900

The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a federal offender wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant as a result of breaching both his statutory release and Long Term Supervision Order.

Richard Roddell Jamieson, 51, 6'3", 209 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, he is heavily tattooed on his neck, torso, arms and legs.

He is currently bound by a Long Term Supervision Order resulting from a six-year and six-month sentence for Sexual Assault and is currently on statutory release for Failing To Comply With A Probation Order.

The offender is known to frequent Toronto, Belleville and Picton.

Anyone having contact with him or information in regard to his whereabouts is asked to contact the Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad at 416-808-5900 or toll free at 1-866-870-7673 (ROPE), Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online atwww.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Constable Caroline de Kloet, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Steve Sermet, Provincial ROPE Squad

Federal Inmate Wanted Richard Roddell Jamieson, 51

Break and Enter investigation, Jarvis Street and Mount Pleasant Road area, World War II Medals Stolen

Break and Enter investigation, Jarvis Street and Mount Pleasant Road area, World War II Medals Stolen

Friday, January 25, 2019 - 11:15 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance in the recovery of stolen war medals from a break and enter investigation.

On Saturday, January 12, 2019, suspect(s) entered a residence in the Jarvis Street and Mount Pleasant Road area.

See previous release.

On Tuesday, January 22, 2019, officers were able to locate the stolen war medals at a pawn shop in the Church Street and Queen Street East area.

All war medals have been returned to their owners.

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 ourFacebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

For more news, visit TPSnews.ca.

Katrina Arrogante, Corporate Communications, for Detective Constable Christopher Ito, 51 Division

Dundas/Sherbourne Area Survey Completed

Dundas/Sherbourne Area Survey Completed

"Thank you for completing the survey and providing us with input to address issues and concerns regarding complaints about disorderly behaviour.

A member of 51 Division will be e-mailing those individuals that stated they are interested in joining a friends of Dundas/Sherbourne community group to invite you to an upcoming meeting.

Once again, thank you for your interest in helping us improve the overall quality and experience of the community."