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Personal Injury Collision #13/2021, Fraserwood Avenue and Shermount Avenue

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The Toronto Police Service is investigating a collision where a seven-year-old girl sustained life-threatening injuries.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at approximately 5:50 p.m., police received a report of a collision involving an SUV and a girl in the Fraserwood Avenue and Shermount Avenue area.

It is reported that:

- a 45-year-old man was operating a silver 2017 Toyota Highlander westbound on Fraserwood Avenue towards Shermount Avenue

- a girl ran across the road mid block and was struck by the vehicle

- as a result, the girl sustained serious life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents, businesses, and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Arrest made in firearm investigation, Victoria Park Avenue and Finch Avenue East area, Logan Lee Wyszynski-Brahan, 21

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The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest made in a firearm investigation.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 2 p.m., officers from the Central North Major Crime Unit commenced a firearm investigation in the Victoria Park avenue and Finch Avenue East area.

It is alleged that:

- a man and two women were believed to be in possession of a firearm

- officers located and arrested the man and women

- a firearm was recovered along with a quantity of drugs

Property Recovered:

- a loaded Taurus 740 slim .40 cal firearm

- 6 rounds of ammunition

- Fentanyl 28.085 grams

- Cocaine 34.95 grams

- MDMA 27.275 grams

Logan Lee Wyszynski-Brahan, 21, of Toronto, was charged with:

1. Possess Firearm with no licence

2. Possess a weapon dangerous to the public

3. Possess a Prohibited Firearm

4 .Possess a loaded Firearm

5. Carry Firearm Carelessly

6. Transport Firearm Carelessly

7. Occupy motor vehicle with firearm

8. Possess Firearm obtained by crime

9. Possess proceeds of crime under $5000

10. Possession of Cocaine for the purpose of trafficking

11. Possession of Fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking

12. Possession of MDMA for the purpose of trafficking

He will appear in court virtually on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 10a.m., in room 306

The women were released unconditionally.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Missing Man, Shuter Street and Parliament Street area, Scott Storm, 30

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Scott Storm, 30, was last seen on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, in the area of Shuter Street and Parliament Street.

He is described as 5'9, 180 lbs., medium build, blue eyes, with short black hair and goatee.

He was last seen wearing an orange construction jacket, camouflage shirt, black pants and white shoes.


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


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Missing boy located, Albion Road and Finch Avenue West area, Matthew Steven Avila, 13

Homicide #47/2017, Abdulkadir Bihi, 29, Update, Man wanted for First Degree Murder, photograph released

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The Toronto Police Service is appealing for the public's help with locating a man wanted for First Degree Murder.

On Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 2:46 p.m., officers responded to a call for a Sounds of Gunshots at 263 Dixon Road.

See original news release.

Investigators are seeking assistance locating Faysal Omar, now 23, of Toronto, who is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for:

1) First Degree Murder


His photograph has been released.

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


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Man arrested in Robbery with a Firearm and Sexual Assault Investigations, Jane Street and Wilson Avenue area

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

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a man was approached by an unknown man in the Jane Street and Wilson Avenue area

- a man offered the victim his watch to buy

- the man grabbed the victim’s money

- the man punched the victim in the head and shoved him to the ground

- the man obtained the money and ran away northbound on Jane Street

- the victim suffered minor injuries


It is further alleged that on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at approximately 4:23 a.m., in the Jane Street and Wilson Avenue area

- a man approached a woman on the street

- he held a firearm to her stomach and made a demand for her valuables

- the victim surrendered her valuables to the man

- the man then sexually assaulted her before running away

- no injuries were sustained


It is further alleged that on Tuesday May 18, 2021, at approximately 5:30 a.m., in the Jane Street and Wilson Avenue area

- a man approached a woman near a restaurant

- he sexually assaulted her before brandishing a firearm

- he made a demand for her valuables

- she gave the items to him

- he then walked away and was last seen northbound on Jane Street

- no injuries were sustained


On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Juan Pablo Ulloa Zegarra, 36, of Toronto, was arrested and in connection with the three incidents. He was charged with the following:

1. Carrying a Concealed Weapon
2. Two Counts of Robbery with an Offensive Weapon
3. Two Counts of Use of Imitation Firearm During Commission of an Indicatable Offence
4. Two Counts of Possession of a Weapon
5. Two Counts of Sexual Assault
6. Unauthorized Use of a Credit Card Data
7. Two Counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
8. Robbery

He was scheduled to appear in court virtually at 1000 Finch Avenue West, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 10 a.m., room 306.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3106, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Man arrested for death threats and assaulting a Toronto Police Officer

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The Toronto Police Service has arrested and charged a man after he allegedly threatened to shoot a member of the public and elected officials.

It is alleged that:

- on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, a man threatened to shoot people several times over the phone

- the threat was reported to the Toronto Police Service in the early hours of Wednesday, May 19, 2021 and police opened an investigation

- on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 19, 2021, officers attended an address in York Region to arrest the man

- while officers were there, the man got into his vehicle to drive away

- police attempted to block the vehicle and an officer got out of the car to approach the man

- the man reversed and then drove directly at the officer, causing him to jump out of the way to avoid being hit

- the man then sped away from the officers


On Thursday, May 20, 2021, Chris Saccoccia, 37, of York Region, turned himself in at 53 Division. He has been criminally charged with:

1. Three counts of Utter Death Threat
2. Assault Peace Officer with a Weapon
3. Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance

He is scheduled to appear at College Park Court, today (Thursday, May 20, 2021) in room 507.


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 or Google Play.


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Sexual Assault Alert, Suspect Sought, Update, Further Incident Reported

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with three sexual assault investigations.

On Saturday, April 17, 2021, at approximately 9:15 p.m., officers responded to a call in the Carlton Street and Mutual Street area.

See previous release.

On Wednesday, May 12 2021, at 12:45 p.m., police responded to a radio call for a sexual assault in the Isabella Street and Yonge Street area.

It is alleged that:

- a 27-year-old woman was walking eastbound on Isabella Street from Yonge Street

- an unknown man approached her from behind and sexually assaulted the woman

- the man ran westbound on Isabella Street and was last seen running south through a park just east of Yonge Street

The man is described as light skinned, 5'6", with a lean build. He was wearing a light brown hooded zip-up sweater or jacket, and was carrying a burgundy backpack.

Anyone in the area at the time of these reported assaults, including those passing in vehicles who might have dash cam footage, are asked 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, 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.


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Sexual Assault Alert, Kipling Avenue and Albion Road area

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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a sexual assault that occurred in the Kipling Avenue and Albion Road area.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a 29-year-old woman was walking southbound on Kipling Avenue from Albion Road after getting off a TTC bus

- she was approached from behind by an unknown man and sexually assaulted

- he was last seen walking westbound from Kendleton Drive

The suspect is described as black, 23-30, 5'10"– 6’1", thin build, with a beard, wearing a black hoodie with the hood up, and black pants.


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.

Man Wanted, Salah Driouche, 20

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a wanted man.

Salah Driouche, 20, was last seen on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 11:45 a.m., in the Wilson Avenue and Keele Street area.

He is wanted for:

1. Possession of property obtained by crime over
2. Unsafe Storage of Ammunition
3. Possession of property obtained by crime under
4. Breach of Probation
5. Escape Lawful Custody

He described as 6', thin build, afro-style dark coloured hair, wearing a black jacket with a yellow stripe on the left side.

He is believed to be violent, armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Sexual Interference investigation, Man facing 28 charges

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A man is facing 28 charges in connection with a sexual abuse and child pornography investigation.

On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, as part of the ongoing investigation, members of the Toronto Police Service Central North District CIB with the assistance of Sex Crimes – Child Exploitation Section, executed a Criminal Code search warrant in the Morningside Avenue and Sheppard Avenue East area.

Irby Lemus, 31, of Toronto, was arrested and charged with:

1) 11 counts of Sexual interference
2) Six counts of Making Child Pornography
3) Three counts of Distribution of Child Pornography
4) Two counts of Possession of Child Pornography
5) Two counts of Invitation to Sexual Touching of a Person Under 16 Years
6) Two counts Make Available Sexually Explicit Material to Person Under 18 Years
7) Forcible Confinement
8) Sexual assault

He appeared in court virtually at 1000 Finch Avenue West, on Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10 a.m., room 306.

Police are concerned that there may be other victims and are seeking assistance of the public.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3204, 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.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

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Man wanted in Break and Enter investigation, Craig Channing Barton, 50, Security camera images released

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a wanted man.

On Thursday, May 20, 2021, at 7:30 a.m., police responded to a Break and Enter call in the Wilson Avenue and Keele Street area.

It is alleged that:

- a man broke into a closed office, removed laptop computers and fled the building

Craig Channing Barton, 50, is wanted.

He is described as 5’8", with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a blue bandana, black hoodie with white stripes, blue jeans, slippers, orange and black backpack and pulling a dark coloured suitcase with a long handle.

Security camera images have been released.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Homicide #5/2021, Jane Street and Falstaff Avenue area, Update, Man wanted for First Degree Murder, Hassan Ali, 22

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The Toronto Police Service requests the public's assistance locating a man wanted for First Degree Murder.

On Sunday, January 31, 2021, at 8:56 p.m., police responded to multiple reports of gunfire in the Jane Street and Falstaff Avenue area.

See previous release.

Hassan Ali, 22, of Toronto, is wanted for:

1. First Degree Murder
2. three counts of Fail to Comply with Recognizance

Hassan Ali was originally charged with Accessory After the Fact to Murder. The charge has since been upgraded to First Degree Murder.

He is believed to be violent and dangerous. Do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

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


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New Tool Helps Find 911 Callers in Need of Assistance Faster, TPS Communications Services Adopts ‘what3words’

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Just three words can help Toronto 911 call takers find a person in need of emergency assistance (police, fire or paramedics) when their location can’t be determined.

The Toronto Police Service, as the City of Toronto’s answering point, is collaborating with what3words to give callers a simple way to describe where help is needed if they don’t know where they are. The free what3words application has divided the world into three-metre squares, with each square assigned a unique three-word identifier.

It means any location can be communicated with just three simple words, instead of trying to share numeric longitude and latitude co-ordinates in an emergency.

“Our call takers are the first point of contact for members of the public when they need help. This innovative technology helps them, help you, and can save valuable time in making sure the right resources are deployed as quickly and precisely as possible,” said Chief of Police James Ramer. “As the weather improves and people start exploring the city’s greenspaces again, they can be reassured that by using this service, we will be better prepared to find them quickly in an emergency.”

Developed in the United Kingdom, the application allows 911 call takers to send a link via text message to the caller to access the three words identifying their location. The caller then repeats the words to the call taker who determines their location and dispatches resources where necessary.

For example, here in Toronto, Hanlan’s Point Beach can be found at ///fries.trooper.withdrew, The Bluffs at ///eyebrows.episodes.crass and Lake Ontario, just off Sugar Beach at ///locked.prude.grabs.

“This is another great tool to assist our communicators when a caller is in need of help and unsure of their surroundings; perhaps when they’re hiking, enjoying the city’s greenspaces or spending time out on the water,” said Communications Superintendent Hugh Ferguson. “Anywhere that doesn’t have clear street signage in Toronto can be quickly located by using the what3words application and we are excited to be utilizing this additional resource.”

Communications Manager Kerry Murray-Bates added, “Communications Services is always looking for ways to enhance service to the public and we are pleased to be adding what3words to our tool kit. Toronto is largely an urban environment, but there are beautiful large greenspaces and waterfront areas where this application can be very helpful to the community.”

Chris Sheldrick, CEO and co-founder of what3words said, “Every day, people all around the world struggle to communicate their location to emergency services. This leads to crucial minutes and sometimes hours lost when trying to save lives. We’re delighted to work with the Toronto Police Service, who like other emergency agencies in the world, are embracing and pioneering new technologies, like ours, to save lives.”

The browser version does require a data connection and location services must be enabled. The app service only requires a GPS signal and can be accessed offline as long as location services are enabled on the smartphone. It should be noted that what3words is not a tracking app - TPS will only receive your location when you choose to provide your three words over the 911 call.

TPS joins 19 emergency service agencies across Ontario who have been using what3words to better determine location and improve dispatch times. Find out more information about what3words here and download our frequently asked questions here.

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Personal Injury Collision #14/2021, Kenneth Avenue and McKee Avenue

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Members of Traffic Services are investigating a collision where a man suffered life-threatening injuries.

On Thursday, May 20, 2021, police received a report of a collision involving a car and an electric scooter in the Kenneth Avenue and McKee Avenue area.

It is reported that:

- a 37-year-old man was driving a Honda Civic northbound on Kenneth Avenue

- a 42-year-old man was riding an electric scooter northbound on Kenneth Avenue. A 12-year-old girl was following behind him on a bicycle

- the man riding the scooter stopped on the roadway and the girl stopped beside him, closer to the curb

- the man driving the Honda Civic continued northbound, did not stop, and struck the man on the scooter

- the man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries

- the driver of the Honda remained on scene and was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries

- the 12-year-old girl was not injured

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents, businesses, and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Holiday On-Street Parking Enforcement, Victoria Day, Monday, May 24, 2021

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The Toronto Police Service's Parking Enforcement Unit will not be enforcing the following on-street parking bylaws on Victoria Day, Monday, May 24, 2021:

- 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.


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TPS reminds the public to stay safe and avoid large gatherings

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The Toronto Police Service is reminding people to continue to respect public health advice, by avoiding large gatherings and socially distancing this holiday weekend.

Staff Superintendent Randy Carter said, “We encourage people to get outside and enjoy the long weekend, and to please do it responsibly. Avoid being in a large group, don’t gather in crowds, keep socially distanced as much as possible and follow public health advice so you and your family stay safe and healthy.”

The Service’s dedicated teams continue to attend complaint calls from the public, attending the scenes and dispersing large parties and laying charges where necessary. Officers from the 16 divisional teams primarily focus on indoor parties and gatherings including those being held in short-term rentals, closed restaurants and bars, and event spaces.

Staff Superintendent Carter added, “In the last week alone, we have responded to hundreds of calls from concerned Torontonians about parties and large gatherings near their homes. We’re calling on people to please respect your neighbours and do your part to keep everyone safe.“

Since the latest emergency order was put in place by the province, the teams have attended 1,460 incidents and laid more than 1,300 charges under the Emergency Management and Civil Protect Act and Reopening Ontario Act, 332 of which were issued in the past week (Friday, May 14 to Thursday, May 20).

In one incident from this week, officers from 33 Division responded to reports of a noisy party in the Bayview Avenue and Finch Avenue East area. There were eight people inside the property and seven were from different addresses. Officers charged all eight under the EMCPA and dispersed them.

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Personal Injury Pedestrian Collision #15/2021, Dundas Street East at Sherbourne Street area

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The Toronto Police Service is investigating a collision where a woman sustained critical injuries.

On Friday May 21, 2021, at 3:25 a.m., police responded to a report of a personal injury collision involving a pedestrian and a Volkswagen SUV on Dundas Street East at Sherbourne Street

It is reported that:

- a 58-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Dundas Street East from the north to the south side, east of Sherbourne Street

- she was struck by a Volkswagen SUV being driven by a 23-year-old man westbound on Dundas Street East

- the woman suffered significant injuries and was transported to hospital where she remains in critical condition

The investigation is ongoing by members of Traffic Services.

Police are asking local residents, businesses, and drivers, who may have security or dash camera footage of the area or incident, to contact investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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Missing Woman, Lansdowne Avenue and Dundas Street West area, Aset Kamzaeva, 40

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing woman.

Aset Kamzaeva, 40, was last seen on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at 10 a.m., in the Lansdowne Avenue and Dundas Street West area.

She is described as 5'7", 176 lbs. She was last seen wearing a black jacket with a hood, black pants, white shoes, using a black buggy.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1100, 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 person can be reported missing at any time - there is no 24 hour waiting period. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the Toronto Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 416-808-2222.


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Missing Man, Richmond Street West and Brant Street area, Austin Kelly, 23

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Austin Kelly, 23, was last seen on Thursday, May 20, 2021, in the Richmond Street West and Brant Street area.

He is described as 6'0", 150 lbs., with black short hair, and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, blue jeans, tan coloured construction boots, carrying a grey back pack.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, online on our Facebook Leave a Tip page, or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes or Google Play.


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