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Traffic disruption in downtown core, Tuesday, October 18, 2016

October 18, 2016, 1:59 am
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The Toronto Blue Jays are playing in an American League Championship Series Playoff game against the Cleveland Indians, at the Rogers Centre, on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. The game starts at 4 p.m. It is anticipated nearly 50,000 people will attend the game.

Road closures will be in effect at the end of the game to assist with the safe exit of pedestrians and motorists leaving the area:

- Blue Jays Way will have a partial road closure, for southbound traffic, from Front Street West to Navy Wharf
- Bremner Boulevard will have a partial road closure, for eastbound traffic, from Spadina Avenue to Rees Street
- Bremner Boulevard will have a full road closure, for eastbound traffic, from Rees Street to Lower Simcoe Street
- Bremner Boulevard will have a full road closure, for westbound traffic, from Lower Simcoe Street to Navy Wharf
- Rees Street will have a full road closure, for northbound traffic, from Lakeshore Blvd to Bremner Blvd

Due to these road restrictions and closures, traffic disruptions will occur within the downtown core.

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public to:

- make use of alternate routes to your destination
- utilize public transit
- car-pool where possible
- consider avoiding the area of the Rogers Centre, if not attending the game
- extend courtesy to all while travelling
- give yourself lots of extra time

Police are requesting anyone utilizing taxi cabs/ride-sharing services to drop-off and/or pick up passengers on Front Street, east of Blue Jays Way.

Thank you and enjoy the game.

Go Jays Go!


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Police seek assistance identifying man wanted for Attempt Murder, Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area, Security camera images of man released

October 18, 2016, 2:59 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance identifying a man wanted in an Attempt Murder investigation.

On Sunday, October 2, 2016, at 2:55 a.m. officers responded to a call for an assault in progress in the Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area.

It is reported that:

- a verbal altercation took place between two men

- one man then stabbed a 36-year-old man

The stabber is described as black, believed to be in his 30s, short, with a heavy build.

Security camera images of the stabber have been released.

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, or 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 man located, Weston Road and Sheppard Avenue West area, Robert Alexander, 84

October 18, 2016, 5:20 am
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22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday," Andrew Lamore, 32

October 18, 2016, 6:01 am
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This is the latest instalment of 22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday." We are looking for Andrew Lamore, 32, of Toronto

He is wanted on a Warrant for:

1) three counts of Possession of Property obtained by Crime
2) two counts of Mischief to Property
3) five counts of Theft Under $5000
4) Theft of Motor Vehicle

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, or 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," Justin Kray-Kerr, 21, Update, Man arrested

October 18, 2016, 6:11 am
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On Thursday, April 7, 2016, 31 Division requested the public's assistance locating Justin Kray-Kerr, 21, of no fixed address.

On Friday, October 14, 2016, he was arrested on the following warrants:

1) Attempted Murder
2) two counts of Uttering Threats
3) two counts of Assault with a weapon
4) Assault Causing Bodily Harm
5) Weapons Dangerous
6) two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation

He was scheduled to appear in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Friday, October 14, 2016, 10 a.m., courtroom 306.

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


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Operation Northern Spotlight – Phase 5, Nationwide Human Trafficking investigation, Tuesday, October 11, 2016 - Sunday, October 16, 2016, Results

October 18, 2016, 7:40 am
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The Toronto Police Service Human Trafficking Enforcement Team took part in the fifth enforcement initiative of Operation Northern Spotlight into vulnerable persons, particularly young women, being forced into the sex trade against their will.

A collaborative multi-jurisdictional initiative took place from Tuesday, October 11, 2016 - Sunday, October 16, 2016. This project includes involvement and coordination with municipal and federal police agencies across the country, and includes the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation.

As part of Operation Northern Spotlight, members of 53 police services from across Canada, plus the FBI in the United States, directly engaged with people suspected of working in the sex trade, potentially against their will. During coordinated investigations over a six-day period, police charged 32 people with 78 offences. Police were also able to ensure the safety of 16 people who had been working in the sex trade as a minor or against their will, including numerous people 16 and under. A total of 391 police officers and support staff engaged with 379 people and offered them information and contacts with community-based support agencies.

Charges include:
- Trafficking in Persons under 18
- Trafficking in Persons
- Procure Sexual Services under 18
- Procure Sexual Services
- Receive Material Benefit under 18
- Receive Material Benefit
- Communicate for the Purpose of Obtaining for Consideration the Sexual Services of a Person
- Exercise Control
- Make Child Pornography
- Distribute Child Pornography
- Possess Child Pornography
- Child Luring
- Advertise Another Person’s Sexual Services
- Assault
- Obstruct Police
- Resist Arrest
- Weapons Dangerous
- various Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA) offences
- Failure to Comply with Court Orders and Conditions including Breaches of Recognizance and Probation

The following Ontario police services participated in this phase of Operation Northern Spotlight: Amherstburg Police Service, Akwesasne Police Service, Barrie Police Service, Brantford Police Service, Brockville Police Service, Chatham-Kent Police Service, Cobourg Police Service, Cornwall Community Police Service, Durham Regional Police Service, Gananoque Police Service, Guelph Police Service, Halton Regional Police Service, Hamilton Police Service, City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service, Kingston Police Service, LaSalle Police Service, London Police Service, Midland Police Service, Niagara Regional Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, Orangeville Police Service, Ottawa Police Service, Peel Regional Police Service, Peterborough Police Service, Port Hope Police Service, Rama Police Service, RCMP, Sarnia Police Service, Six Nations Police Service, St. Thomas Police Service, Stratford Police Service, Greater Sudbury Police Service, Toronto Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police Service, Windsor Police Service, and York Regional Police. Seventeen additional police services and several RCMP municipal detachments across Canada also participated in Operation Northern Spotlight.

Human Trafficking is a local, provincial and national problem that affects the most vulnerable in society. Operation Northern Spotlight demonstrates the need to work together with other police services and community partners to effectively investigate these heinous crimes.

Police would like to encourage all affected people to come forward and report Human Trafficking occurrences to police. We want to make sure that everyone has access to support services and an exit strategy regardless of their decision to proceed criminally.

Human Trafficking means every person who recruits, transports, transfers, receives, holds, conceals or harbours a person, or exercises control, direction or influence over the movements of a person, for the purpose of exploiting them or facilitating their exploitation, for a sexual purpose or a forced labour purpose. Victims can be men, women or children; can be Canadian citizens; and can be moved across local, provincial or national borders. They can be coerced through violence or the threat of violence against family and friends. The Human Trafficking Enforcement Team of TPS Sex Crimes is dedicated to investigating these crimes against vulnerable members of society. For more information, please visit the Sex Crimes website.


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Toronto Police Service recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month with Duty-to-Report video reminder

October 18, 2016, 10:06 am
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October is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Toronto Police Service is launching a new video reminding the public of its duty to report.

In Ontario, the Child & Family Services Act mandates that everyone, not just teachers, doctors or police officers, has a responsibility to report child abuse.

Click here to watch the video.

Click here to learn more.

The Service will also be participating in an upcoming event with its child protection partners. Follow @October_Is_CAPM and #iBreaktheSilence for details.


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Public Safety Alert, Prince Edward Drive, south of Bloor Street West area, Man wanted in Break-and-Enter investigation

October 18, 2016, 10:22 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of a ongoing Break-and-Enter investigation.

On Sunday, October 16, 2016, at approximately 12:40 a.m., police responded to a Break-and-Enter radio call in the Prince Edward Drive, south of Bloor Street West area.

It is reported that:

- a man was standing outside a woman's window

- the man was attempting to gain access to the house

- the woman was able to scare the man away

- upon closer examination, the screen was cut in order to gain access to the window

- the man was not able to gain entry to the house

He is described as black, in his 20s, tall, with a muscular build. He was wearing a dark-grey hoodie.

It is further reported that:

- on Sunday, October 16, 2016, at approximately 4:30 a.m., police responded to a Break-and-Enter radio call in the Prince Edward Drive, north of Bloor Street West area

- entry was gained into a home

- the basement window screen was cut through, but entry was made through the main-floor window

- the wires to the home alarm system were damaged and the rear motion-sensor light was disabled

- the person was interrupted by police and escaped through the rear of the home

Police are requesting the public check their home security systems for any suspicious activity seen in the area.

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, or 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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Marijuana dispensary search warrant executed, 2078 Dundas Street West, Four man, one woman, face drug-related charges

October 18, 2016, 11:30 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of arrests in a Controlled Drugs & Substances Act investigation.

On Monday, October 17, 2016, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers from the 11 Division Major Crime Unit executed a search warrant at Evergreen Medicinals, at 2078 Dundas Street West.

Andy Nguyen, 28, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) two counts of Possession of a Schedule II Substance
2) two counts of Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
3) two counts of Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime

Jordana Craig, 26, of Toronto, was arrested. She is charged with:

1) Possession of a Schedule II Substance
2) Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
3) Traffic in Schedule II Substance
4) Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime

They were scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, 10 a.m., room 103.

It is alleged that:

- as a result of information obtained during the investigation at Evergreen Medicinals, officers from 11 Division Major Crime Unit executed two more Search Warrants on a motor vehicle at Evergreen Medicinals and at a townhouse located in the
Symington Avenue and Bloor Street West area. Three men were taken into custody.

Daniel Herr, 20; Keng Herr, 23; Mario Mayo, 21; all of Toronto, were arrested and jointly charged with:

1) Possession of a Schedule II Substance
2) Possession of a Schedule II Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
3) Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime

They were scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, 10 a.m., courtroom 103.

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, or 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 man, Culford Road and Lawrence Avenue West area, Joe DaSilva, 41

October 18, 2016, 11:53 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Joe DaSilva 41, was last seen on Monday, October 17, 2016, at 7 a.m., in the Culford Road and Lawrence Avenue West area.

He is described as 5'9", 200 lbs., heavy build, brown eyes, balding with black hair on either side. He was last seen wearing a burgundy shirt, blue jogging pants and a black cargo jacket. He is known to travel on the TTC.

Police are concerned for his 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, or 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 girl located, Markham Road and Eglinton Avenue East area, Lupeolo McCarthur, 13

October 18, 2016, 12:16 pm
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Public Safety Alert, Loose razor blades left in June Callwood Park, Update, Lisgar Park safety concerns

October 18, 2016, 2:53 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to warn the public of a safety concern at June Callwood Park.

On Monday, October 17, 2016, at 5:40 p.m., officers responded to a suspicious incident at June Callwood Park.

See previous release.

It is further reported that:

- on Monday, October 17, 2016, at 10:30 p.m., officers responded to a suspicious incident at Lisgar Park

- a man noticed a number of loose razor blades scattered throughout the park, earlier in the day

There have been no injuries reported in these incidents.

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, or 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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Media advisory, Wednesday, October 19, 2016, 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m., St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, 49 Felstead Avenue, Breaking the Silence on Child Abuse

October 19, 2016, 1:59 am
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On Wednesday, October 19, 2016, from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m., at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, 49 Felstead Avenue, students, teachers, police and community agencies are coming together to Break the Silence on child abuse and neglect. The initiative recognizes Go Purple Day, in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Secondary students will be engaging elementary students in dialogue, reading a story about getting help and building relationships to help break the stigma and shame surrounding child abuse. Community agencies will continue to emphasize their commitment to educating all Ontarians on their legal obligation to report child abuse and neglect.

Guests include Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Children and Youth Services, MPP Sophie Kiwala, and representatives from Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies, Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre, Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Jewish Family & Child, Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board, and Toronto Police Service.

For more information, please contact Rob Thompson, Director, Communications, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, at 416-924-4640 ext. 1-2086.


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Traffic disruption in downtown core, Wednesday, October 19, 2016

October 19, 2016, 2:14 am
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The Toronto Blue Jays are playing in an American League Championship Series Playoff game against the Cleveland Indians, at the Rogers Centre, on Wednesday, October 19, 2016. The game starts at 4 p.m. It is anticipated nearly 50,000 people will attend the game.

Road closures will be in effect at the end of the game to assist with the safe exit of pedestrians and motorists leaving the area:

- Blue Jays Way will have a partial road closure, for southbound traffic, from Front Street West to Navy Wharf
- Bremner Boulevard will have a partial road closure, for eastbound traffic, from Spadina Avenue to Rees Street
- Bremner Boulevard will have a full road closure, for eastbound traffic, from Rees Street to Lower Simcoe Street
- Bremner Boulevard will have a full road closure, for westbound traffic, from Lower Simcoe Street to Navy Wharf
- Rees Street will have a full road closure, for northbound traffic, from Lakeshore Blvd to Bremner Blvd

Due to these road restrictions and closures, traffic disruptions will occur within the downtown core.

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public to:

- make use of alternate routes to your destination
- utilize public transit
- car-pool where possible
- consider avoiding the area of the Rogers Centre, if not attending the game
- extend courtesy to all while travelling
- give yourself lots of extra time

Police are requesting anyone utilizing taxi cabs/ride-sharing services to drop-off and/or pick up passengers on Front Street, east of Blue Jays Way.

Thank you and enjoy the game.

Go Jays Go!


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Media advisory, Wednesday, October 19, 2016, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Road safety event, Woodside Square Mall, 1571 Sandhurst Circle

October 19, 2016, 2:29 am
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The public is being invited to a road safety event to learn more about how to stay safe in cars, on bicycles or on foot.

On Wednesday, October 19, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 42 Division, in conjunction with the Toronto East Quadrant – Local Immigration Partnership (TEQ-LIP), and Woodside Square Mall Property Management, will be hosting a Road Safety Event at Woodside Square Mall, 1571 Sandhurst Circle.

This event will feature displays and presentations from the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Fire Services, Toronto Paramedic Services, Ontario Provincial Police, Victim Services Toronto, M.A.D.D. Canada, the Ford Motor Company of Canada, the Ministry of Transportation, Accident Awareness, Toronto Public Health, the Insurance Bureau of Canada, C.A.A., the Ontario Safety League, the DriveWise Driver Training Agency and iNAVIGAIT, a seniors pedestrian safety program developed by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. We are pleased to have special guest speaker Sara Gill. a motor vehicle collision survivor, who is also a member of the P.A.R.T.Y.(Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth) program.

Topics will include Seatbelt/Car-Seat Safety, Bicycle Safety, Distracted and Impaired Driving and Seniors Pedestrian Safety.

Ford Motor Company of Canada will bring its award-winning Driving Skills for Life program, available to licensed drivers. Drivers will be able to experience the dangers of distracted and impaired driving in a controlled environment.


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The Way Forward: Modernizing the Toronto Police Service, Community consultation sessions, New dates and times

October 19, 2016, 4:59 am
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The Toronto Police Service continues to consult with the public on the Transformational Task Force Interim Report and its 24 recommendations.

Many have already taken time out of busy day-to-day schedules to attend one of the consultation sessions and provide input that will be used as the Service develops its Final Report.

Many have expressed an interest in attending a consultation session but have been unable to for a variety of reasons. In addition, we have heard that our usual start time of 5 p.m. is too early for most people to attend. As a result, the following sessions have been added or rescheduled.

Please make special note of the details:

Wednesday, October 26, 2016, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,
Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute, 800 Greenwood Avenue

Wednesday, November 2, 2016, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,
Mother Theresa High School, 40 Sewells Road

Saturday, November 5, 2016, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.,
City Hall, 100 Queen Street West

There is still opportunity to provide your feedback through our online Have Your Say portal. You can provide an email or video message to the Transformational Task Force.

The TTF Interim Report was released on June 17, 2016 and is aimed at developing a modernized police model with a focus on community safety by directing resources to where the public needs them most, embracing partnerships, and concentrating on the complex needs of our large city. For more information about the Transformational Task Force, please contact Meaghan Gray, Corporate Communications, at 416-808-7095.


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Missing man, Parliament Street and Carlton Street area, Justin Struthers, 27

October 19, 2016, 5:40 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Justin Struthers, 27, was last seen on Saturday, October 15, 2016, at approximately 8 a.m., in the Parliament Street and Carlton Street area.

He is described as 5'8", short blonde hair and a full blonde beard.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, or 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 sought in Assault and Sexual Assault investigation, Dundas Street East and River Street

October 19, 2016, 5:55 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance identifying a man wanted in an Assault and Sexual Assault investigation in the Dundas Street East and River Street area.

On Monday, October 17, 2016, in the evening, officers were conducting a community patrol when they were asked to attend to an injured woman.

It is reported that:

- a man, driving a white SUV, approached a female sex-trade worker standing on the sidewalk

- she got into the car and was driven to a secluded area

- a violent struggle ensued

- the woman was choked then sexually assaulted

- she was able to escape while the man drove away

The man is described as black, early 40s, bald, clean-shaven.

Police believe the man to be violent and dangerous. If located, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

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, or 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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Missing man, Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East area, Dack Hayes, 85

October 19, 2016, 6:07 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing man.

Dack Hayes, 85, was last seen on Saturday, October 15, 2016, in the Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East area.

He is described as white, 5’6”, 165 lbs,, medium build, hazel eyes, with long shoulder-length grey-and-white hair and a grey beard. Police have no clothing description.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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, or 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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Toronto breaks the silence on Child Abuse, Community agencies go purple in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month, #iBreakthesilence #jeBRISElesilence #GoPurple

October 19, 2016, 6:14 am
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Nine Toronto agencies joined forces on Go Purple Day to break the silence and raise awareness about preventing child abuse and neglect, highlighting that it is everyone’s duty to report suspected child abuse.

Teachers, students, police and community agencies dressed in purple, as part of Go Purple Day at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, to raise awareness among students about the signs of child abuse and neglect and what to do if they, or someone they know, is being – or suspected of being – abused or neglected.

Students from St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School read A Tattle-tell Tale, a story about getting help to Grade 1 and 2 students from Earl Haig Public School. Part of a primary prevention series of children’s books, this story teaches children that, when they need help with a problem, there is a difference between tattling and telling. Together, the students made a commitment to break the silence.

"It is everyone's responsibility to know the signs of child abuse and neglect," said the Honourable Michael Coteau, Minister of Children and Youth Services and Minister Responsible for Anti-Racism. "Reporting known or suspected cases to your local Children's Aid Society could make a crucial difference in a child's life. All of us play an important role in protecting the children in our communities."

Last year, over 165,000 Ontarians reached out to Children’s Aid Societies with a child protection concern, with teachers and police making the most referrals. Ontario’s leading research study on child abuse and neglect shows children remained with their families in 97% of CAS investigations, a statistic that comes as a surprise to many people. Ontario’s child welfare system focuses the majority of its work on in-home, early-intervention services, based on the recognition that early intervention can reduce the need for more intrusive services later. Children’s Aid Societies supports include in-home visits from child welfare workers, and access to helpful services such as counselling, parenting workshops and substance abuse programs.

Section 72 of Ontario’s Child and Family Services Act, states that everyone, including members of the public and professionals who work closely with children, has a duty to report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect.

Quick facts

- on October 19, to recognize Go Purple Day, the CN Tower will be lit in purple from sunset to sunrise, in addition to the standard light show that runs for eight minutes at the top of every hour

- the agencies who have joined together to bring awareness are Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre, Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Jewish Family & Child, Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies, Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board and Toronto Police Service, together with the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.

For further information, please contact Rob Thompson, Director, Communications, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, at 416-924-4640 ext. 1-2086.


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