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Missing man, Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area, Fernando Matias, 58

May 25, 2017, 5:47 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Fernando Matias, 58, was last seen in the evening hours of Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in the Jane Street and Lawrence Avenue West area.

He is described as 5’4”, 130-140 lbs., brown eyes, medium build, grey hair, receding hairline with bald patch in back, unshaven, possibly wearing a blue golf shirt, tan pants, brown dress shoes, black belt.

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, Kennedy Road and Eglinton Avenue East area, Maya Samana-Carter, 15

May 25, 2017, 6:01 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing girl.

Maya Samana-Carter, 15, was last seen on Sunday, May 21, 2017, in the Kennedy Road and Eglinton Avenue East area.

She is described as 5’4”, 150 lbs., black hair, wearing pink top, black pants.

It is believed that she may be in the Toronto or Hamilton area.

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, 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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Fatal collision #24/2017, 1395 Lake Shore Boulevard West

May 25, 2017, 6:48 am
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On Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at 6:23 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision near 1395 Lake Shore Boulevard West.

It is reported that:

- a five-year-old boy was riding a bicycle, westbound on the bike trail, on the south side of Lake Shore Boulevard West

- a 29-year-old man was driving a 2013 Toyota Camry, eastbound on Lake Shore Boulevard West, approaching 1395 Lake Shore Boulevard West

- for reasons not yet determined, the boy fell from the bicycle and on to the roadway, where he was struck by the car

The boy was taken to hospital where he was 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, 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 woman, Danforth Avenue and Greenwood Avenue area, Melinda McCaffrey, 39

May 25, 2017, 7:01 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Melinda McCaffrey, 39, was last seen on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, in the Danforth Avenue and Greenwood Avenue area.

She is described as 5’7”, medium build, with black, wavy, shoulder-length hair.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, 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 woman located, Roselawn Avenue and Marlee Avenue area, Linda Scea, 69

May 25, 2017, 5:21 am
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Homicide #18/2017, Dufferin Street and Bowie Avenue area, Leonard Pinnock, 33, Security camera video released

May 25, 2017, 7:54 am
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On Friday, April 21, 2017, at 9:30 p.m., police were called to the Dufferin Street and Bowie Avenue area for a sound of gunshots.

Emergency personnel arrived and found a man with apparent injuries. He was pronounced at the scene.

It is reported that:

- the victim, who has been identified as Leonard Pinnock, 33, of Hamilton, was sitting in his car waiting for a friend

- he was shot by two unknown persons while still in his vehicle

On Thursday, May 25, 2017, Homicide Detective Sergeant Joyce Schertzer held a news conference. The conference can be viewed on YouTube.

Security camera video was released and can be viewed on YouTube.

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, 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, Morningside Avenue and Ellesmere Road area, Duane Montaque, 31

May 25, 2017, 8:47 am
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Homicide #19/2017, Abdiqani Abshir, 24

May 25, 2017, 11:49 am
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On Monday, May 23, 2017, at approximately 11:45 p.m., police responded to a call for a man who had been shot in the Cavell Avenue/Pape Avenue area.

It is alleged that:

- emergency services located a man in the Gerrard Street East/Logan Avenue area with gunshot wounds

- he was taken to hospital where he was pronounced

- while investigating the crime scene, a second crime scene was discovered at 96 Cavell Avenue

- at this second scene, police found a deceased woman

The man has been identified as Abdiqani Abshir, 24, of Toronto. A post-mortem examination determined the cause of death to be a gunshot wound.

The investigation into the woman's death is ongoing. Her identity will not be released at this time.

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, 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 Elliott, 21

May 25, 2017, 12:02 pm
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This is the latest instalment of 31 Division’s “Takedown Thursday.” We are requesting the public’s assistance locating Justin Elliott, 21, of Toronto.

He is wanted on a Warrant in the First Instance and a Bench Warrant for:

1) Theft Under $5000
2) Assault
3) Fail to Comply with Recognizance

A photograph of Justin Elliott has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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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33 Division’s “Wanted Person of the Week,” Mehdi Esteghamatian, 34

May 25, 2017, 12:28 pm
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The 33 Division Warrant office is requesting assistance locating Mehdi Esteghamatian, 34, of Toronto.

He is wanted for:

1) two counts of Assault
2) Assault with a Weapon
3) Weapons Dangerous

He is described as 5’9”, 170 lbs., brown eyes, black hair.

His photograph has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Friday, May 26, 2017, 10:30 a.m., Headquarters, media gallery, News conference

May 26, 2017, 1:59 am
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On Friday, May 26, 2017, at 10:30 a.m., in the media gallery at headquarters, 54 Division Detective Sergeant Jim Gotell will update the media on an Attempt Murder investigation.

Family of the victim will be present and security camera footage will be released.

The news conference will be available on TOC and will be live-streamed.


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23 Division’s "Find Them Fridays," Monique Ibrahim, 22

May 26, 2017, 3:44 am
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The 23 Division Warrant office is seeking assistance locating Monique Ibrahim, 22, of Toronto.

She is wanted for:

1) Assault

She is described as 5’2”, 100 lbs., black hair, brown eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2300, 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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Sunday, May 28, 2017, 33rd annual Aga Khan World Partnership Walk, Road closures

May 26, 2017, 4:38 am
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On Sunday, May 28, 2017, the Aga Khan Foundation Canada will hold their 33rd annual World Partnership Walk. Registration and announcements will take place, prior to the event, at David Pecaut Square, located at Metro Hall.

The VIPs and dignitaries will be required to proceed to King Street West, and start the walk at 11a.m. -11:15 a.m. This group will then continue eastbound on King Street West in the curb lane, then southbound on Simcoe Street. The corporate teams will join the walk at the intersection of Wellington Street West and Simcoe Street. They will join the following walkathon route:

Formation Area - Metro Hall
Eastbound - King Street West (Eastbound Curb lane ONLY)
Eastbound - Wellington Street West
Southbound - Simcoe Street (2 West lanes ONLY)
Eastbound - Wellington Street West (Full Roadway)
Northbound - University Avenue (Northbound Lanes)
Northbound - Queen’s Park (Northbound Lanes)
Turn Around - Queen’s Park at south end of Queen’s Park Crescent
Southbound - Queen’s Park (Southbound Lanes)
Southbound - University Avenue
Westbound - Wellington Street West (Full Roadway)

Dispersal Area: Metro Hall

The event is expected to be concluded by approximately 1 p.m.

Motorists can expect delays in the area and should consider alternate methods of transportation.

ROAD CLOSURES (will be from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

Wellington Street West: John Street To University Avenue
S/B Queen’s Park Crescent West: Hoskin Avenue To College Street
N/B Queen’s Park Crescent East: College Street To Wellesley Street
N/B University Avenue: Front Street To College Street
S/B University Avenue: College Street To Front Street

The TTC will not incur significant service disruptions during this event.


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Media advisory Saturday, May 27, 2017, 11 a.m., McDonald’s, 3929 Keele Street, McDonald’s and Toronto Police Service partner to support Autism Speaks Canada

May 26, 2017, 5:20 am
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On Saturday, May 27, 2017, at 11 a.m., at 3929 Keele Street, Chief Mark Saunders, Esther Rhee from Autism Speaks Canada and McDonald’s franchisee Jon McDonald will launch a one-day-only fundraiser in support of Autism Speaks Canada.

TPS officers will be at seven McDonald’s locations in the northwest area of the city, helping staff, with $1 from every Big Mac, Happy Meal or hot beverage going to support Autism Speaks Canada.

Media are welcome to attend the launch with Chief Saunders.

Other participating locations are:

- Albion Centre Mall (1530 Albion Road)
- Jane Finch Mall (1831 Finch Avenue West)
- 3929 Kipling Ave. (South of Finch Avenue West)
- 2116 Kipling Ave. (North of Rexdale Boulevard)
- Rexdale Walmart (2267 Islington Avenue)
- 2362 Finch Ave. W. (West of Weston Road)
- Westway Plaza (1735 Kipling Avenue)

Don’t forget to send us your best photo with a Toronto Police Service member and your McDonald’s purchase, using the hashtag #BigMacsForAutism. You could be chosen to receive a free TPS T-shirt and a social media shout-out from Chief Saunders.

Autism Speaks, along with Autism Speaks Canada, is the world’s leading autism science organization. Together with Autism Speaks, over $200 million to scientific research, $9 million in Canada, has been invested. Since 2010, Autism Speaks Canada has granted over $4 million to service organizations across Canada promoting collaboration, best practices and building capacity to support individuals and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Autism Speaks Canada is committed to supporting research and services across the country, raising public awareness to encourage inclusion, and collaborating with other organizations to speak alongside the autism community.

For more information, please contact Constable Isabelle Cotton, Divisional Policing Support Unit, at 416-808-0121.


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Missing girl, Rexleigh Drive and St Clair Avenue East area, Emily Brozic, 15

May 26, 2017, 5:32 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing girl.

Emily Brozic, 15, was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 6 p.m., in the Rexleigh Drive and St. Clair Avenue East area.

She is described at 5'7", thin build, with dark-brown straight hair, wearing a grey sweater with black-and-blue pajama pants.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, 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 woman, Dundas Street West and Kipling Avenue area, Sonali Chopra, 40

May 26, 2017, 5:47 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Sonali Chopra, 40, was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at approximately 7:30 p.m., in the Dundas Street West and Kipling Avenue area.

She is described as 5’6”, 140 lbs, medium build, with long, brown hair, brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black down-filled jacket, a cream-coloured top, and blue jeans. She was also carrying a transparent umbrella and a black purse.

Police are concerned for her safety and well-being.

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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Man, 22, faces nine charges in three gas-station robberies

May 26, 2017, 6:01 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in an investigation into three gas-station robberies.

It is alleged that:

- on Friday, May 12, 2017, a man walked into a gas station in the Wilson Avenue/Jane Street area

- the man displayed a silver caulking gun, and robbed the attendant of pre-paid credit cards and money before fleeing

It is further alleged that:

- on Thursday, May 18, 2017, the same man walked back into the same gas station

- the man demanded the attendant open the cash register and activate the pre-paid credit cards he previously stole

- the attendant recognized the man from the previous robbery and complied with the demands

- the man then made several purchases at a nearby plaza

It is further alleged that:

- through investigation, the man's identity was determined and that he was responsible for another robbery

It is further alleged that:

- on Sunday, May 14, 2017, the man walked into a gas station in the Dixon Road/Martin Grove Road area

- the man made a demand for cash, gesturing that he was armed with a gun

- the man fled with money

On Tuesday, May 23, 2017, Khadr Mohamed, 22, of Etobicoke, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) three counts of Robbery
2) three counts of Use Imitation Firearm
3) Fraud under
4) Use Credit Card Data
5) Possession of Property Obtained by Crime

He appeared in court at 1000 Finch Avenue West on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, courtroom 306.


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Man, 20, and boy, 16, arrested in two violent robbery investigations

May 26, 2017, 7:05 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to inform the public of two arrests in two violent robbery investigations.

On Tuesday, May 23, 2017, officers responded to a call for a hold-up in the Lake Shore Boulevard West and Fourteenth Street area.

It is alleged that:

- two males entered a variety store

- they selected a variety of fireworks

- they distracted an employee and ran out of the store with the stolen items

- the employee gave chase and caught one of them

- the male beat the employee to the ground, stomping on his head

- they then fled the scene

- the victim was hospitalized with several facial fractures

On Sunday, May 21, 2017, at 9 p.m., officers responded to a call for a robbery in the Lake Shore Boulevard West and Dwight Avenue area.

It is further alleged that:

- four males approached two boys aged 17 and 16

- they robbed one of the boys of personal items

- they punched him in the face

On Wednesday, May 24, 2017, Devonta Groves-Bennett, 22, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) three counts of Robbery
2) Assault Causing Bodily Harm

He appeared in court at 2201 Finch Avenue West on Thursday, May 25, 2017, 10 a.m., room 206.

On Wednesday, May 24, 2017, a boy, 16, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

1) three counts of Robbery
2) Assault Causing Bodily Harm

He appeared in court at 2201 Finch Avenue West on Thursday, May 25, 2017, 10 a.m., room 204.

The boy cannot be named under the provisions in the Youth Criminal Justice Act.


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Boy, 16, arrested for posting intimate images online

May 26, 2017, 7:58 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in an investigation into the posting of intimate images online.

It is alleged that:

- a boy and a girl were in a relationship

- after the relationship had ended, unbeknownst to the girl, the boy posted intimate images of her online

On Sunday, May 21, 2017, the boy, 16, of Toronto, was arrested. He has been charged with:

1) Two counts of Publish Intimate Image
2) Uttering Threats

He was scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

The boy cannot be identified under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Police would like to take this opportunity to remind parents to be aware of what their children are doing online, and to monitor their social-media profiles to prevent similar occurrences.


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Missing woman located, Danforth Avenue and Greenwood Avenue area, Melinda McCaffrey, 39

May 25, 2017, 6:06 pm
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