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65th NBA All-Star weekend, Thursday, February 11, 2016 to Sunday, February 14, 2016, Traffic safety reminder

February 10, 2016, 11:56 am
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Traffic safety continues to be a priority for the Toronto Police Service.

The 65th NBA All-Star weekend will run from Thursday, February 11, 2016 to Sunday, February 14, 2016. There will be events in various locations throughout Toronto. Event organizers are anticipating sell-out crowds at most of the venues.

Various road closures will be in effect around the venues, and traffic is expected to be heavier than usual.

The Toronto Police Service is urging spectators who are attending events to make safe transportation choices to and from these events.

We remind everyone who will be driving, to be responsible, plan ahead and make smart choices about your transportation.

The Toronto Police Service is also encouraging citizens to assist police in the war against impaired driving by calling 9−1−1 if they believe another driver may be impaired.

The message is clear: DO NOT DRINK OR USE DRUGS AND DRIVE.


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Missing man located, McCowan Road and Alton Towers Circle area, Jorge Cedeno, 73

February 10, 2016, 12:16 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing man.

Jorge Cedeno, 73, was last seen on Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at 2:18 p.m., in the McCowan Road and Alton Towers Circle area.

See previous news release.

He was located on Wednesday, February 10, 2016.


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Media advisory, Thursday February 11, 2016, 4:30 p.m., 340 Dixon Road, beside main lobby, 23 Division Somali Liaison Unit grand opening of Dixon Road "Big Blue Door" games room

February 11, 2016, 1:59 am
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The 23 Division Somali Liaison Unit is pleased to announce the grand opening of the Dixon Road "Big Blue Door" games room. This initiative involves the 23 Division Somali Liaison Unit (SLU) and community partners such as Dixon Road Property management, community leaders, Dixon Road Security, 23 Division Youth In Policing students, Toronto Police Service Auxiliary officers and Internet Access Solutions.

The games room will be staffed by police officers from 23 Division and community volunteers which will benefit youth from the Dixon Road neighborhood between 10 and 16. To view photographs and an article, click here.

Superintendent Ron Taverner, and officers from 23 Division, are inviting members of the media to attend and see first-hand what this community outreach program is all about. Superintendent Taverner and Jon Connors from Internet Access Solutions will be in attendance with all the community stakeholders.

For further information, please contact Sergeant Brian Beadman at 416-808-2363


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11 Division's "Wanted Ones," Robert King, 43

February 11, 2016, 2:59 am
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This is the latest instalment of 11 Division's "Wanted Ones." We are requesting the public's assistance locating Robert King, 43, of Toronto. He is wanted for:

1) three counts of Fail to Comply with Probation
2) uttering Threats
3) Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
4) Mischief Under $5000

His photograph has been released.

For further information, please visit our 11 Division-Toronto Police Service Facebook page and the 11 Division web page at www.torontopolice.on.ca

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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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31 Division's "Takedown Thursday," Rebecca Anne Berry, 44

February 11, 2016, 3:14 am
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This is the latest installment of 31 Division's "Takedown Thursday." We are requesting the public's assistance locating Rebecca Anne Berry, 44, of Toronto.

She is wanted on a Warrant in the First for:

1. two counts of Assault
2. Fail to Comply Undertaking
3. Theft Under $5000

Her photograph has been released.

For further information, please visit our 31 Division Facebook page and the TPS 31 Division web page at www.torontopolice.on.ca

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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Police seek assistance with Indecent Act investigation, Queen Street West and Augusta Avenue area, Security camera images included

February 11, 2016, 3:29 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with an Indecent Act investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Friday, January 29, 2016, at 4:11 p.m., two women were working in a store in the Queen Street West and Augusta Avenue area

- an unknown man stood outside the store, and watched the female employees through the glass window

- the man then exposed himself and committed an indecent act

He is described as 35-45, 5’7”- 5’9”, medium-to-heavy build with a receding hairline. He was wearing hiking boots, black tight pants, black winter jacket with red lining and sunglasses.

Police are appealing to witnesses who may have been in the area at the time to contact police.

Security camera images of the suspect are attached.

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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Missing woman, Spadina Road and Bloor Street West area, Angela Anwhatin, 42

February 11, 2016, 5:36 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing woman.

Angela Anwhatin, 42, was last seen on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at 11 p.m., in the Spadina Road and Bloor Street West area.

She is described as Aboriginal, 5’4”, 128 lbs, with long brown hair. She was last seen wearing a white puffy jacket, jeans, running shoes and carrying a large black purse.

Police are concerned for her 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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Woman faces charges in fraud investigation, Jayawathe (Janake) Ukwattege Perera, 51, faces seven charges, Police believe there may be other victims

February 11, 2016, 11:12 am
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On Thursday, February 11, 2016, at 9:20 a.m., police arrested a woman in connection with a Fraud investigation.

It is alleged that:

- a woman offered people an investment opportunity, beginning in December 2011

- she would provide short-term, high-interest loans to cottage-flippers in the Muskoka, Ontario area

- with their invested funds, they would receive a high rate of return

- people would receive interest payments from the woman until they had no more funds to invest and/or no referrals to other potential victims

- at that time, all payments to victims stopped and no capital was returned to them

It is further alleged that:

- the same woman offered to assist in the acquisition of business lines of credit

- for a substantial fee, she would prepare business plans for presentation to lending institutions

- no plans were prepared and no loans were obtained by the victims

- she used the proceeds for her personal benefit, including paying off debts to previous investors

Jayawathe (Janake) Ukwattege Perera, 51, of Scarborough, has been charged with:

1) Fail to Comply with Undertaking
2) six counts of Fraud Over $5000

She was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Thursday, February 11, 2016, 2 p.m., room 507.

Police believe there may be other victims/

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Ruth Moran at 416-808-7319, by email at ruth.moran@torontopolice.on.ca, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Man arrested in Sexual Assault investigation, Update, Frank Gavas, 61, faces six additional charges, Police believe there may be other victims

February 11, 2016, 11:19 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of additional charges in a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is alleged that:

- between September 2015 and Friday, January 15, 2016, three pre-teen children were sexually assaulted by a school bus driver

See previous news release.

As a result of this arrest, and with the assistance of the public and the media, additional victims have come forward to police.

It is now further alleged that:

- between September 2013 and January 2016, two pre-teen girls and a teenage boy were sexually assaulted by the school bus driver

On Thursday February 11, 2016, Frank Gavas, 61, of Toronto, was further charged with:

1) three counts of Sexual Assault
2) three counts of Sexual Interference

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Thursday, February 25, 2016, 10 a.m.

Police believe there may be other victims

Frank Gavas was employed by Stock Transportation from 2006 and has driven for numerous schools in the Scarborough area, including is Georges Vanier Secondary School, Wexford Public School, George Peck Public School and Sloane Public School.

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). 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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11 Division's "Wanted Ones," Update, Jonnathon Wilmott, 31, arrested, faces 50 charges

February 11, 2016, 11:26 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public and media for an arrest arising from 11 Division's "Wanted Ones."

See previous news release.

On Saturday, February 6, 2016, Jonnathon Wilmott, 31, of Toronto, was arrested.

He was charged with:

1) 19 counts of Theft Under $5000
2) 20 counts of Fail to Comply with Probation
3) seven counts of Fail to Comply with Recognizance
4) Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
5) Mischief Under $5000
6) Escape Lawful Custody
7) Fail to Attend Court

He appeared in court at Old City Hall on Saturday, February 6, 2016.

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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Two arrests in five GTA bank Robberies

February 11, 2016, 11:44 am
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On Wednesday February 10, 2016, two men were arrested for a series of bank robberies from Monday, December 21, 2015 to Thursday, February 4, 2016.

It is alleged that:

- two robberies occurred in Toronto's west end, two in Peel Region and one in Halton Region

- during the bank robberies, one of the men entered the bank wearing a disguise

- the man was armed with a knife

- the man made a demand for money and vaulted the service counter

- the man obtained a quantity of money and fled the branches into an awaiting vehicle driven by another man

These robberies were investigated jointly by TPS Hold Up, Peel Regional Police’s Central Robbery Bureau and Halton Regional Police Service’s Robbery Unit.

On Wednesday, February 10, 2016, John Robert Kennedy, 20, of Mississauga, was arrested. He has been charged with:

1) four counts of Robbery
2) Robbery while armed with an offensive weapon
3) Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
4) five counts of Fail to Comply FTC Probation

On Wednesday, February 10, 2016, James Neff, 34, of Mississauga, was arrested. He has been charged with:

1) five counts of Robbery

They were both scheduled to appear in court at 2201 Finch Avenue West on Thursday, February 11, 2016, 10 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Fatal collision #58/2015, Eglinton Avenue West at Bathurst Street, Update, Man, 45, facing charges

February 11, 2016, 12:04 pm
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On Friday, November 27, 2015, at 5:40 a.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at Eglinton Avenue West at Bathurst Street.

It is reported that:

- a 45-year-old man was driving a Kenworth fuel tanker truck, eastbound on Eglinton Avenue West, and turned south onto Bathurst Street

- a 22-year-old woman was on the southwest side of the intersection

- at some point, the vehicle came in contact with the pedestrian

- the driver continued southbound on Bathurst Street, where he was stopped by a witness and advised of the collision

The woman sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced at the scene.

The driver has been charged with

1) Fail to yield to pedestrian
2) Careless driving
3) Red light fail to stop

He is scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Thursday, March 10, 2016, , Courtroom C, 1:30 p.m.

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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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14 Division's "Fugitive Friday," Justin Longshaw, 28

February 12, 2016, 2:59 am
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This is the latest instalment of 14 Division's "Fugitive Friday." We are looking for Justin Longshaw, 28, of Toronto.

A Warrant in the First Instance has been issued for:

1) Assault
2) Carry Concealed Weapon
3) Careless Use of a Firearm
4) Reckless Discharge of a Firearm
5) Possession of a Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace
6) Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
7) Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Weapon
8) Possession of Firearm Knowing Possession is Prohibited

He is described as 6’1, 216 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.

He is considered violent, armed and dangerous. If located, do not approach. 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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Police seek assistance with Indecent Act investigation, Queen Street West and Augusta Avenue area, Update, Security camera video released

February 12, 2016, 3:59 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance with an Indecent Act investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Friday, January 29, 2016, at 4:11 p.m., two women were working in a store in the Queen Street West and Augusta Avenue area

See previous release.

Security camera video of the suspect is now 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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Homicides #8/2016 and #9/2016, David Eminess, 26, and Quinn Taylor, 29, Media advisory, Friday, February 12, 2016, 10 a.m., Headquarters, media gallery, News conference with Chief Mark Saunders

February 12, 2016, 5:24 am
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On Friday, February 12, 2016, at 10 a.m., in the media gallery at headquarters,
Chief Mark Saunders willl update the media on the investigation into Homicides #8/2016 and #9/2016.

See previous release.

The news conference will not be available on the TOC and will not be live-streamed.


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Homicides #8/2016 and #9/2016, David Eminess, 26, and Quinn Taylor, 29, Update, Kyle Sparks-MacKinnon, 25, charged with two counts of Second-Degree Murder, three counts of Attempt Murder

February 12, 2016, 9:43 am
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On Sunday, January 31, 2016, at 3:15 a.m., police responded to the Spadina Avenue and Nassau Street area for a report of a shooting.

It is reported that:

- a group of men was involved in an altercation in the area of the intersection of Spadina Avenue and Nassau Street, on the west side of Spadina Avenue

- a suspect fired at the group, wounding five people

- one victim was pronounced dead at the scene, the other four were taken to hospital

- a second victim succumbed to his injuries at approximately 8:45 a.m., Sunday, January 31, 2016

See previous news release.

On Thursday, February 11, 2016, TPS Homicide arrested Kyle Sparks-MacKinnon, 25, of Toronto.

He has been charged with:

1) two counts of Second-Degree Murder
2) three counts of Attempt Murder

He appeared in court at Old City Hall on Friday, February 12, 2016, 10 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Mike Carbone 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). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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31 Division’s "Takedown Thursday," Michael Mensah, 19, Update, Arrest made

February 12, 2016, 9:59 am
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On Thursday, December 17, 2015, 31 Division posted a news release for "Takedown Thursday," and requested the public's assistance locating Michael Mensah, 19, of Toronto.

Michael Mensah, 19, of Toronto, was arrested on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, and charged with:

1) two counts of Assault
2) Fail to Comply with Probation

He appeared in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Wednesday, February 3, 2016.

For further information, please visit our 31 Division Facebook page and the 31 Division website.


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Arrests in taxi cab robbery, Danforth Ave and Pape Ave area, Three men face Robbery and Weapons charges

February 12, 2016, 10:08 am
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On Saturday, January 16, 2016, at approximately 3:40 a.m., the Toronto Police Service responded to a robbery in the Danforth Avenue and Pape Avenue area.

Click here for the original release.

It is alleged that:

- In the early morning hours of Saturday, January 16, 2016, a taxi cab was flagged down in the Spadina Avenue and Queen Street West area by three men and a woman

- the group asked to be taken to the Danforth Avenue and Pape Avenue area

- once the taxi cab reached the destination, one of the men indicated they had a knife and ordered the driver out of the taxi

- once the driver was out of the taxi, the suspects rummaged through the vehicle and stole $200

Three men have been arrested.

Hayden Companion, 20, of Toronto, was charged with:
1) Robbery
2) Carry Concealed Weapon

Yianni Liarokos, 22, of Toronto, was charged with:
1) Robbery

Alexander Mylonas, 22, of Toronto, was charged with:
1) Robbery

They are scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 2 p.m., courtroom 505.

The TPS would like to thank the public for their assistance identifying these three people.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Public Safety Alert, Kijiji seller targeted in robbery

February 12, 2016, 10:13 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a robbery investigation.

It is reported that:

- a 28-year-old man advertised a necklace for sale on Kijiji

- he was contacted by someone interested in purchasing his necklace

- over a period of several days, they discussed the price and made arrangements to meet for the sale

- the 28-year-old man met the prospective purchaser on the street in the Strathmore Boulevard and Woodington Avenue area

- he showed the necklace to the prospective purchaser

- the prospective purchaser took a handgun from the waistband of his pants, pointed it at the 28-year-old man, and demanded the necklace

- the man fled on foot with the stolen necklace

Members of the public are advised to exercise caution when selling/purchasing items online and meeting with unknown persons to complete sales. Police suggest all transactions should be conducted in a public place.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5400, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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Man arrested in bank and retail Robberies, Brian Burke, 29

February 12, 2016, 10:42 am
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On Thursday February 11, 2016, a man was arrested by 55 Division officers and charged by Hold Up for two retail robberies and one bank robbery.

It is alleged that:

- on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, a man attended a bank in the Danforth Avenue and Pape Avenue area, where he presented a hold up note

- he was not successful in obtaining money

- on the same day, he attended a dry cleaners and made a demand for money

- he was not successful in obtaining money

- on Monday, February 8, 2016, the man attended a variety store in the same area and robbed the clerk

On Thursday, February 11, 2016, Brian Burke, 29, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with

1. three counts of Robbery
2. three counts of Fail to Comply Probation

He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Thursday, February 11, 2016, 10 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-7350, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637). Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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