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Homicide #19/2013

April 26, 2013, 5:12 am
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On Thursday, April 25, 2013, at approximately 8 p.m., police responded to several calls for the sound of gunshots in the vicinity of the Grace Hartman Housing Co-op at Morningside Avenue and Old Finch Avenue.

It is reported that:

- police located a 20-year-old man without vital signs

- the man had sustained gunshot wounds

He was pronounced at the scene.

His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The suspect is described as a black man, 5'8"–5'9", with a medium build, wearing dark clothing.

A post-mortem examination has yet to be scheduled.

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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Toronto Police Service conducts victim/witness satisfaction phone survey, Saturday, April 27, 2013, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

April 26, 2013, 5:30 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware that we will be conducting voluntary phone surveys with victims/witnesses on Saturday, April 27, 2013, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Officers and Auxiliary members of the TPS will be asking a series of questions that will assist us on how we can improve our services to victims and witness of crime. It is anticipated that approximately 500 calls will be made. This voluntary survey should take no more than five minutes.

Thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Constable Laura Langdon at 416-808-0105 or laura.langdon@torontopolice.on.ca

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Missing man located, Nehme Dagher, 65

April 26, 2013, 5:38 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing man.

Nehme Dagher, 65, was last seen on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 3:10 p.m., in the Bayview Avenue/Blythwood Avenue area.

See previous release.

He was located on Friday, April 26, 2013, just after midnight.

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Homicide #20/2013

April 26, 2013, 5:43 am
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On Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 9:18 p.m., police responded to a home invasion at an apartment building on Bogert Avenue.

Police responded and located a 28-year-old-man suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

It is reported that:

- two men entered an apartment with four occupants

- one of the men, armed with a gun, approached one of the occupants and demanded cash and drugs

- the second man, armed with a knife, walked to the bathroom area of the apartment and confronted the victim as he was getting out of the shower

- the man stabbed him several times

- both suspects then fled the area

The two suspects are each described as having a light-brown complexion, and approximately 5'8".

Police are currently reviewing security camera video seized from the area.

The victim's identity will not be released at this time, pending notification of next of kin.

A post-mortem examination has been scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2013.

Anyone who was in the area around 9 p.m., and observed anything or anyone unusual, is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200 or 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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Battle of York Commemoration Parade Saturday, April 27, 2013, Road closures

April 26, 2013, 5:45 am
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The Battle of York Commemmoration Parade will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2013.

Parade route:

Start at 11:30 a.m., the parade will proceed along the following route:

Formation Area: Queen’s Park Circle, between Bloor Street West and College Street
- South on Queen’s Park Circle East from Wellesley Street East (full road)
- South on University Avenue from College Street (northbound lanes – southbound reserved for VIP, EMS)
- West on Richmond Street West from University Avenue (full road)
- South on Portland Street from Richmond Street West (full road)
- West on Front Street West from Portland Street (full road)
- South on Bathurst Street from Front Street West (full road)
- West on Fort York Boulevard from Bathurst Street (westbound lanes – eastbound reserved for bus movement

Dispersal Area: Fort York Boulevard from Bathurst Street to Fleet Street (westbound lanes – eastbound reserved for bus movement

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Media advisory, Friday, April 26, 2013, 5 p.m., Headquarters, auditorium, 2nd floor, Youth in Policing Initiative first after-school graduation

April 26, 2013, 6:00 am
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On Friday, April 26, 2013, at 5 p.m., in the auditorium at headquarters, the Toronto Police Service, in partnership with the Toronto Police Services Board and the Ministry of Children and Youth Services, will host the Youth in Policing Initiative first after-school graduation.

Participating in the ceremony will be Police Services Board Chair Alok Mukherjee, Chief William Blair and Deputy Chief Peter Sloly, along with other special guests and family members.

The event will feature a video message from The Honourable Teresa Piruzza, Minister of Children and Youth Services.

For further information, please contact Melva Radway at 416−808−0185.

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Media advisory, Friday, April 26, 2013, 11 a.m., 325 Bogert Avenue, Media scrum for Homicide #20/2013

April 26, 2013, 7:33 am
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On Friday, April 26, 2013, at 11 a.m., in front of 325 Bogert Avenue, Inspector Ken Taylor, Homicide Squad, will update the media in regards to Homicide #20/2013.

See previous release.

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Police request assistance with assault-with-a-weapon investigation, Taxi security camera images released

April 26, 2013, 8:03 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying a man wanted in an assault-with-a-weapon investigation.

On Sunday, April 14, 2013, at approximately 3:15 a.m., police responded to an assault/fraud transportation call in the Bremner Boulevard/York Street area.

It is reported that:

- a taxi driver drove three men and a woman to the Bremner Boulevard/York Street area and all fled the taxi without making a payment

- the driver managed to detain one of the men who resisted arrest and pulled out a knife

- the man threatened to kill the taxi driver if he didn’t release him

- the driver complied and the man ran from the scene

Security camera images from the taxi have been released to try to identify the woman and three men.

Suspect #1: male, white, 18-22, 5'5", baseball cap, earrings, glasses, faint moustache, armed with a knife

Suspect #2: male, black, 20-24, 5'5", broken teeth, clean-shaven

Suspect #3: male, white, 20-24, 5'3", dark hair

Suspect #4: female, white, 20-24, thin build, wearing a hoodie

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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Project Pressure, Series of search warrants executed, Five people face total of 14 drug-related charges

April 26, 2013, 8:31 am
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On Thursday, April 25, 2013, in the early-morning hours, 12 search warrants were executed by the TPS Organized Crime Enforcement Unit, Gun and Gang Task Force, with the assistance of TPS Drug Squad, ETF, Peel Regional Police and Hamilton Police Service.

See previous release.

During April, Project Pressure conducted investigations into the possession and use of firearms throughout the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto, Hamilton and Mississauga.

On Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 5:30 a.m., a search warrant was executed at an apartment on Legion Road North in Toronto, where three people were arrested.

As a result of the search, it is alleged that:

- large quantities of cocaine, hashish, and cash were seized

Rachel Richards, 18, of Caledon; Jermaine Dunkley, 28, of Toronto; and Damione Williams, 30, all of Toronto, have each been charged with:

1. Possession for the Purpose Cocaine
2. Possession of Cocaine
3. Possession of Hashish (under)

Jermaine Dunkley was additionally charged with Possession of Proceeds of Crime.

A search warrant was also executed at an apartment on Victoria Park Avenue in Toronto.

It is alleged that:

- large quantities of cocaine and cash were seized

Tabi Morant 26, and Tavar Knott, 26, both of Toronto, have each been charged with:

1. Possession for the Purpose Cocaine
2. Possession of Proceeds of Crime

All of the accused appeared in court at Old City Hall on Thursday, April 25, 2013.

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Police request assistance with criminal harassment investigation, Security camera image of suspect released

April 26, 2013, 8:58 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with a criminal harassment investigation.

It is reported that:

- between February 1, 2013 and April 15, 2013, a man attended a coffee shop in the Bloor Street West/Spadina Avenue area

- the man, on a number of occasions, approached a female employee and began communicating with her and asking inappropriate questions

- the man sits in the store without ordering and stares at the woman

The man is described as white, 40-45, heavy build, black short hair, clean-shaven and wears glasses.

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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Media advisory, Sunday, April 28, 2013, 2 p.m., Queen Victoria Pub, 2240 Midland Avenue, Murder victim’s family hosts 5th annual charity rock concert for cops & kids

April 26, 2013, 10:00 am
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In July 2007, 22-year-old Tyler McGill, an avid music and guitar enthusiast, was fatally stabbed in a Scarborough parking lot. Each year since, Tyler’s family and friends have hosted a charity rock concert. The event helps them heal, keep Tyler’s memory alive and raise funds for ProAction Cops & Kids, a charity that funds police-led, youth-outreach initiatives such as the Toronto Police-led, guitar-oriented Music! Not Mischief program. The theme of this event is to bring awareness to violent acts of crime and to foster community and police partnerships within the message that “The Violence Has to Stop!”

On Sunday, April 28, 2013, between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., the Fifth Annual Tyler McGill (T-LAR) Memorial Benefit Concert (2013) will be held at the Queen Victoria Pub, 2240 Midland Avenue.

A silent auction will also be held which includes luxury resort weekends, spa getaways, autographed sports and entertainment memorabilia, including high-end Carpararelli Guitars autographed by the Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo..and more!

The entire evening will be filled with live musical entertainment, combined with community support, family and friends.

To date, the Tyler McGill Memorial Benefit has raised over $25,000 for ProAction Cops & Kids. Generous donations like these are what allow programs like MUSIC! Not Mischief to continue and expand.

For further information on MUSIC! Not Mischief and this event, please contact Carole McGill 416-816-7875.

*ProAction’s goal is to build mutual trust and respect between cops and kids, breaking down stereotypes and improving the safety of our communities for everyone.

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Missing man, Julian King, 80

April 26, 2013, 12:59 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Julian King, 80, of Connecticut, was last seen on Friday, April 26, 2013, in the morning hours in the Bathurst Street/St. Clair Avenue West area. He arrived in Toronto on Thursday, April 25, 2013, via bus at the Toronto Bus Terminal.

He is described as having a medium-black complexion, short black/grey hair, balding, glasses, and had a partial beard. He was wearing a beige sweater, grey suit jacket, grey pants, and a grey fedora hat.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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 theft investigation, Security camera images of suspects released

April 26, 2013, 1:40 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a theft investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, two men walked into a store in the Yonge Street/Isabella Street area

- the men distracted the employee, stole the employee’s silver iPhone 4 and silver 13-inch MacBook

The suspects are described as:

1) black, 5'9", 160 lbs. He was last seen wearing a blue/beige varsity-style jacket, a dark baseball cap, grey hoodie with white drawstrings around the neck, light-blue jeans and wearing a light-blue backpack and black runners.

2) black, 6', 190 lbs. He was last seen wearing a light-blue Adidas sport jacket with white stripes on the arms, a dark baseball cap, light-blue jeans and carrying a blue gym bag over his shoulder.

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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Man wanted in shooting investigation, Adrian Scott, 18, Photograph of man released

April 27, 2013, 6:10 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a man wanted in connection with a shooting investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, April 25, 2013, a 18-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and two other people attended 1855 Jane Street

- the group confronted a man in the hallway of the building

- the man pulled out a handgun and fired at the group of people, striking the 19-year-old man in the hand

- the 18-year-old man also pulled out a firearm and shot at the man

- all parties fled the scene

Adrian Scott, 18, is wanted for:

1) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
2) Weapons Dangerous
3) Discharge Firearm - Endanger Life

Police have not yet identified the other man allegedly involved in the shooting, described as a black male, but are requesting the assistance of anyone who knows him.

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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Man wanted in attempted kidnapping investigation, Eric Coplin-Duran, 18, Photograph of man released

April 27, 2013, 6:14 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a man wanted in connection with an attempted kidnapping investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 1 p.m., the victim was walking in the 2079 Lawrence Avenue West area

- he was approached by two men and, after a brief conversation, both men attempted to force the victim into the rear of a vehicle

- a struggle ensued and the victim was punched and kicked repeatedly

- the assault was interrupted by a passer-by who called out to the suspects

- both men fled in the vehicle

Eric Coplin-Duran, 18, is wanted for:

1) Conspiracy to commit indictable offence
2) Assault
3) Attempt Kidnapping

He is considered dangerous. Do not approach. If located, call 9-1-1.

Police have not yet identified the other man allegedly involved in the attempted kidnapping, described as a black male, but are requesting the assistance of anyone who knows him.

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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Homicide #19/2013, Update, Victim identified as Kwado "Kojo" Mensah, 20, Connection made to second shooting

April 27, 2013, 4:00 pm
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On Thursday, April 25, 2013, at approximately 8 p.m., police responded to several calls for the sound of gunshots in the vicinity of the Grace Hartman Housing Co-op at Morningside Avenue and Old Finch Avenue.

See previous release.

The victim has been identified as Kwado "Kojo" Mensah, 20, of Toronto.

A post-mortem examination concluded that the cause of death was a gunshot to the chest.

It is further reported that:

- on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 11:18 p.m., police were notified of a 32-year-old man who had arrived at hospital with a gunshot wound to his lower body

- he advised he had been shot earlier in the evening in Scarborough

- he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries

- it is further alleged that the two shootings are connected

An updated description of the suspect is a black man with a medium complexion, 18 to early-20s, 5'8" - 5'9", with a medium build and short black hair. He was wearing a dark-blue Adidas track suit and Nike running shoes.

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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Media advisory, Sunday, April 28, 2013, 2 p.m., Queen Victoria Pub, 2240 Midland Avenue, Murder victim’s family hosts 5th annual charity rock concert for cops & kids

April 28, 2013, 2:00 am
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In July 2007, 22-year-old Tyler McGill, an avid music and guitar enthusiast, was fatally stabbed in a Scarborough parking lot. Each year since, Tyler’s family and friends have hosted a charity rock concert. The event helps them heal, keep Tyler’s memory alive and raise funds for ProAction Cops & Kids, a charity that funds police-led, youth-outreach initiatives such as the Toronto Police-led, guitar-oriented Music! Not Mischief program. The theme of this event is to bring awareness to violent acts of crime and to foster community and police partnerships within the message that “The Violence Has to Stop!”

On Sunday, April 28, 2013, between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., the Fifth Annual Tyler McGill (T-LAR) Memorial Benefit Concert (2013) will be held at the Queen Victoria Pub, 2240 Midland Avenue.

A silent auction will also be held which includes luxury resort weekends, spa getaways, autographed sports and entertainment memorabilia, including high-end Carpararelli Guitars autographed by the Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo..and more!

The entire evening will be filled with live musical entertainment, combined with community support, family and friends.

To date, the Tyler McGill Memorial Benefit has raised over $25,000 for ProAction Cops & Kids. Generous donations like these are what allow programs like MUSIC! Not Mischief to continue and expand.

For further information on MUSIC! Not Mischief and this event, please contact Carole McGill 416-816-7875.

*ProAction’s goal is to build mutual trust and respect between cops and kids, breaking down stereotypes and improving the safety of our communities for everyone.

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Media advisory, Monday, April 29, 2013, 11 a.m., 13 Division, 1435 Eglinton Avenue West, News conference, Man and woman wanted in kidnapping investigation

April 29, 2013, 2:00 am
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On Monday, April 29, 2013, at 11 a.m., at 13 Division, 1435 Eglinton Avenue West, Detective Sergeant Savas Kyriacou will update the media on an investigation into a kidnapping that occurred on April 12, 2013 in the Eglinton Avenue Road/Allen Road area.

Police will release the names of a man and woman wanted in this investigation.

The news conference will not be broadcast on the Bell TOC.

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Cycle Safe Campaign, Monday, April 29, 2013

April 29, 2013, 2:30 am
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Traffic Safety remains a top priority of the Toronto Police Service. One of our traffic safety goals is to “increase focus on cycling safety through education and enforcement.”

14 Division will be launching the Cycle Safe Campaign, starting on Monday, April 29, 2013. The campaign will conclude on Sunday, May 5, 2013.

This one-week campaign is designed to promote awareness and education by reducing the potential for bike and wheel-sport-related injuries.

The traffic on Toronto’s roadways affects almost everyone within the city. The safe and efficient flow of traffic, and the safety of our drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians is of significant concern to the Toronto Police Service. Building partnerships and mobilizing local communities to respond to local traffic problems will assist in sustaining successful efforts and improve neighbourhood roadway safety.

All police officers will pay particular attention to those motorists whose actions endanger the lives of cyclists. Drivers failing to proceed through turns safely, opening vehicle doors improperly, and driving in designated bike lanes, all contribute to reduced cycling safety. In addition, all officers will pay attention to cyclists that commit offences. Education and enforcement of cycling offences are critical to ensuring safe roadways for our communities.

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Missing woman located, Susie Braz, 76

April 27, 2013, 6:41 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing woman.

Susie Braz, 76, was last seen on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at 11 p.m., in the Coxwell Avenue/Woodington Avenue area.

See previous release.

She was located on Saturday, April 27, 2013, at 7:30 a.m.

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