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Fatal collision #49/2014, Sheppard Avenue East, near Abbotsfield Gate

December 29, 2014, 5:58 am
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On Sunday, December 28, 2014 at 6:09 p.m., police responded to a personal injury collision at Sheppard Avenue East, near Abbotsfield Gate.

It is reported that:

- a 24-year-old man was driving a 2015 Land Rover Evoque, eastbound on Sheppard Avenue East, near Abbotsfield Gate, in the curb lane

- an 80-year-old man was attempting to cross Sheppard Avenue East, from the north side to the south side

- the man was struck by the vehicle

The man suffered life-threatening injuries and was pronounced at the scene.

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, 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.


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Missing man, Brandon Heron, 30

December 29, 2014, 6:07 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Brandon Heron, 30, was last seen on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at approximately 7:30 a.m. in the Queen Street West and Ossington Avenue. area.

He is described as white, 5'7", 230 lbs., with balding brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black winter jacket, black pants and a black top.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, 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.


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Public Safety Alert, Series of purse-snatch Robberies, Bathurst Street and Front Street area

December 30, 2014, 3:30 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to warn the public about a series of purse-snatch Robberies on Sunday, December 28, 2014, in the Bathurst Street and Front Street area.

Investigators are seeking the public's assistance identifying two wanted men.

On Sunday, December 28, 2014, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a woman, 28, was walking along Portugal Square near Adelaide Street.

It is reported that:

- two men approached her

- the men demanded her purse

- one man took out a gun and shot rounds into the ground, away from the woman

- they fled the area and were last seen on Tecumseth Street

On Sunday, December 28, 2014, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a woman, 26, was walking on Fort York Boulevard near Grand Magazine Street.

It is reported that:

- she was approached from behind by two men

- they grabbed her and demanded her purse

- she complied and they fled

- they were last seen on Bathurst Street

On Sunday, December 28, 2014, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a woman, 25, was walking on Wellington Street West and Spadina Avenue.

It is reported that:

- she was approached by two men

- she was pushed to the ground

- they grabbed her purse and fled the scene

- they were last seen on Draper Street

On Sunday, December 28, 2014, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a woman, 20, was walking at the rear of 350 Queen's Quay West.

It is reported that:

- she was attacked from behind by two men

- one man grabbed her in a headlock or choke hold

- they demanded her purse

- she refused

- the other man indicated he had a gun

- she was forced to the ground and dragged, suffering cuts and bruises

- the men gave up and fled the area

The men suspected in these robberies are:

Suspect #1 is described as black, 5'10"-6'0", 18-25, thin build, wearing dark clothing and a hooded sweatshirt.

Suspect #2 is described as black, 5'7"-5'11", 18-25, medium build, dark clothing and a grey hooded sweatshirt.

Police consider these men to be armed and dangerous. Do not approach them. If located, call 9-1-1.

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, 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.


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22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday," Ashton Drysdale, 27

December 30, 2014, 10:56 am
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This is the latest instalment of 22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday." We are looking for Ashton Drysdale, 27.

He is wanted for:

1) three counts of Assault
2) Uttering Threats

Police believe him to be violent and dangerous. Do not approach. If he is located, call 9-1-1.

For further information, please visit the following: 22 Division on Facebook or @the22news on Twitter.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, 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.


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Homicide #2/2012, Mike Pimentel, 24, Media advisory, Wednesday, December 31, 2014, 2 p.m., Southwest corner of Liberty Street and Hanna Avenue, News conference, Family members present, Final images released as part of social media campaign

December 31, 2014, 5:38 am
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On Wednesday, December 31, 2014, at 2 p.m., on the southwest corner of Liberty Street and Hanna Avenue, Homicide investigators will update the media on the investigation into Homicide #2/2012.

The mother and sister of Mike Pimentel will attend the news conference and speak to the media. In addition, Homicide Detective Tam Bui will release the final three images as part of his widely covered social media efforts to identify the person responsible for the homicide.

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, 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.


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Public Safety Alert, Series of purse-snatch Robberies, Bathurst Street and Front Street area, Update, Two 14-year-old boys arrested for Robbery

December 31, 2014, 5:48 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of two arrests in an investigation into a series of purse-snatch Robberies.

On Tuesday, December 30, 2014, police warned the public about a series of purse-snatch Robberies on Sunday, December 28, 2014, in the Bathurst Street and Front Street area.

See previous release.

On Tuesday, December 30, 2014, a 14-year-old boy, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) two counts of Robbery

He was scheduled to appear in court at 311 Jarvis Street on Tuesday, December 30, 2014.

On Wednesday, December 31, 2014, a 14-year-old boy, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) two counts of Robbery

He is scheduled to appear in court at 311 Jarvis Street on Wednesday, December 30, 2014.

The names of the two boys cannot be released under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

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, 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.


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Missing woman, Riley Courchene, 29

December 31, 2014, 6:04 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing woman.

Riley Courchene, 29, was last seen on Tuesday, December 30, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., in the Victoria Street and Shuter Street area.

She is described as white, 6'1", 165 lbs., and has long black hair. She was last seen wearing a blue-and-white plaid peacoat, light-coloured blue jeans, black boots and a black scarf.

Police are concerned for her safety.

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, 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.


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Sexual Assault Alert, Birchmount Road and Finch Avenue East area, Update, Police believe Chinese women are being targeted

December 31, 2014, 8:49 am
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The Toronto Police Service is alerting the public to a sexual assault investigation and requesting their assistance identifying the suspect.
It is reported that:

- on Sunday, November 23, 2014, at approximately 8 p.m., a man attended a 43-year-old woman's apartment building in the Birchmount Road and Finch Avenue East area

- the man was invited into the apartment by the woman, because he claimed to be interested in subletting the unit

- while inside the apartment, the man tied up the woman and sexually assaulted her

- the man then pulled out a gun, pointed it at the woman and robbed her of her personal items

- the man fled many hours later

The man is described as being of Asian descent, 5'9" with a medium build. He was wearing a dark pea coat, dark-blue toque, dark-coloured scarf, blue jeans, light-brown/tan shoes or boots, and a black or grey satchel-style knapsack.
Police believe the suspect is targeting Chinese women.

Police believe there may be more victims.

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.


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Homicide #2/2012, Mike Pimentel, 24, Update, final three images of Person of Interest released as part of social media campaign

December 31, 2014, 11:30 am
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On Sunday, January 1, 2012, at 2:48 a.m., police responded to a call for a stabbing near 171 East Liberty Street.

It is reported that:

- police located a man suffering from trauma to his body

- he was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died

The victim has been identified as Mike Pimentel, 24, of Toronto

Today, Homicide Detective Tam Bui has released the final three images in his widely covered social media efforts to identify the person responsible for the homicide. The man is classified as a Person of Interest.

He is described as Caucasian, mid-twenties, 5'6"-5'10", slim build, and has a short haircut (almost shaved) believed to be light in color. He was wearing a ¾-length black jacket with a fur-trimmed hood, light jeans and white running shoes.

Homicide investigators are requesting the man, or anyone who knows his identity, to come forward and speak with police.

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, 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.


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Missing girl, Melissa McGibbon, 14

January 2, 2015, 6:36 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing girl.

Melissa McGibbon, 14, was last seen on Friday, December 26, 2014, in the Dundas Street West and Bay Street area.

She is described as white, 5'7", heavy build, with short dark-brown hair. She is known to change her hair colour often.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-4100, 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.


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Police request assistance with Sexual Assault investigation, Leslie Street and Queen Street East area

January 2, 2015, 7:56 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Thursday, January 1, 2015, at approximately 4 a.m., a 39-year-old woman was in the Leslie Street and Queen Street East area

- the woman was approached by a man

- the man then sexually assaulted her

The man is described as black, 24-28, 5'7", medium build. He was wearing a black jacket with a reflective “N” on the back, a skull cap and runners with a zig-zag pattern on the side.

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.


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Personal injury collision #55/2014, Update, Now Fatal collision #50/2014, Bathurst Street near Carpenter Road

January 2, 2015, 8:02 am
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On Thursday, December 18, 2014, at 8:43 a.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at Bathurst Street near Carpenter Road.

See previous release.

The 77-year-old woman was taken to hospital, with life-threatening injuries, where she was later pronounced.

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, 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.


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Police request assistance with shooting investigation, Church Street and Colborne Street

January 2, 2015, 8:18 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance with a shooting investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Thursday, January 1, 2015, at approximately 2:15 a.m., police received a call for a shooting at Switch Nightclub at 55 Colborne Street

- three victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries

The investigation is ongoing.

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


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Police request assistance with shooting investigation, 224 Richmond Street West

January 2, 2015, 8:28 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking the public's assistance with a shooting investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Thursday, January 1, 2015, at 2:29 a.m., police responded to a call for a shooting inside Rehab Nightclub at 224 Richmond Street West

- a man was on the third floor of the nightclub, when he bumped into the suspect

- the suspect got upset and shot the man in the thigh

- the suspect then fled

The 21-year-old man suffered non-life-threatening injuries

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, 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.


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Police request assistance with Sexual Assault investigation, Dundas Street East and Sherbourne Street area

January 2, 2015, 9:48 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, December 31, 2014, at 10:30 p.m., a 52-year-old woman was in the Dundas Street East and Sherbourne Street

- she was approached by a man in a dark SUV

- the man offered the woman a ride home

- the man then drove the woman to a remote area and sexually assaulted her

- the man drove away and left the woman in the remote area

The man is described as brown, 40, 5'8"-5'9", with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a black jacket and black dress 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.


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Public Safety Alert, Break-and-Enters from offices in downtown core, Donald Joseph Francoeur, 55, wanted, Photograph released

January 2, 2015, 11:49 am
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The Toronto Police Service is alerting the public to investigations into Break-and-Enters from offices in the downtown core. The targeted areas are high-rise office towers along Yonge Street, Bay Street and York Street.

Donald Joseph Francoeur, 55, of Toronto, is wanted on the following:

1) Break, Enter and Commit
2) four counts of Theft Under
3) Suspension of Statutory Release

It is alleged that:

- he is currently entering business premises in the downtown core by following a employee into secure office areas

- he casually walks throughout the office and removes personal property from desks, coats and purses

- he engages office staff, when challenged, and advises that he is from I.T., a repairman for the photocopier or that he is visiting another employee

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, 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.


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Missing man, David Beak, 20

January 4, 2015, 12:18 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

David Beak was last seen on Friday, January 2, 2015, at approximately 1:30 p.m., in the Finch Avenue East and Willowdale Avenue area.

He is described as Asian 5'9", thin build, with medium-length black hair. He was last seen wearing a black winter jacket over a dark-green sweater with a hood, and light-green pants.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, 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.


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Missing woman, Kelly Marshall, 32

January 3, 2015, 7:29 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing woman.

Kelly Marshall, 32, was last seen on Friday, January 2, 2015, at 6 p.m., in the Queen Street East and Carlaw Avenue area.

She is described as 5'7", 200 lbs., large build, with black hair braided into a long ponytail. She was last seen wearing a dark-grey sweater, black leggings, black Nike shoes, and carrying a small black purse.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1200, 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.


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Missing man, William Robertson, 18

January 3, 2015, 2:47 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

William Robertson, 18, was last seen on Wednesday, December 31, 2014, at 4 p.m., in the Wilson Avenue and Jane Street area.

He is described as white, 6'0", 165-170 lbs., thin build, brown eyes, brown short hair, unshaven and a small scar on his forehead. He was last seen wearing a black North Face ¾-length winter coat, white T-shirt, black jeans, black-and-red Air Jordan running shoes and a grey Chicago Black Hawks baseball cap.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, 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.


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