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Man Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation, Yevhen Stasiv, 27, Faces two charges

On Thursday, July 6, 2017, members of the Toronto Police Sex Crimes - Child Exploitation Section executed a search warrant in the area of Jane Street and Bloor Street West area.

It is alleged that:

- a man placed an ad online looking to commit sexual acts on a child

- he chatted online with someone in order to make arrangements to commit sexual acts on a child

- he went to a predetermined meeting place where he thought he was meeting a child for that purpose

- he was arrested

Yevhen Stasiv, 27, of Toronto, faces the following charges:

1. Make Arrangement to Commit Sexual Assault
2. Make Arrangement to Commit Sexual Interference

He was scheduled to appear in court on Friday, July 7, 2017, at 10 a.m., at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, courtroom 412.


Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-8500, 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.

Reporting can also be made at Canada's national tipline for reporting the online sexual exploitation of children at CyberTip.ca.

This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.


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Randy Amofa, 29, wanted for two counts of Attempt Murder, Allenbury Gardens and Kingslake Road area, Update, Man Arrested

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a wanted man.

On Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at 11:07 p.m., police responded to a radio call for the sound of gunshots in the Allenbury Gardens and Kingslake Road area.

See previous release.

On Friday, July 7, 2017, Randy Amofa, 29, of Toronto, surrendered to police. He is charged with:

1) Attempt Murder
2) Uttering threats
3) Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
4) Assault
5) three counts of Assault with a Weapon
6) Driving while disqualified
7) Fail to comply with Probation

He is scheduled to appear at 1000 Finch Avenue West courts on Friday, July 7, 2017.


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Sexual Assault Alert, Man Wanted, 22 Division

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at approximately 6:10 a.m., a 46-year-old woman boarded a subway at the Old Mill Subway Station

- a man sat beside the woman,

- he sexually assaulted her

- when the woman got up and walked away, the man followed her for a short distance.

- he was last seen at Kipling Subway Station

The man is described as brown, between 30–40 years old, 5'7", thin build, brown hair, brown eyes. He was wearing a black T-shirt, camouflage shorts, light-coloured socks and carrying a black knapsack.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.


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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Boy, 17, arrested following stabbings and carjacking, Yonge Street/Churchill Street area, Faces Attempt Murder and four other charges

The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest following two stabbings and a carjacking.

It is alleged that:

- on Friday, July 7, 2017, at approximately 2:10 a.m., a 17-year-old boy and a 20-year-old man were socializing at a restaurant in the Yonge Street/Churchill Street area

- without provocation, the boy stabbed the man in the head, arms and torso

- when the man fled to safety, the boy left the restaurant, and turned his attention to a 27-year-old man who was sitting in his SUV, in a nearby parking lot

- the boy pointed the knife at the man's head, ordered him out, then stole the SUV

- at approximately 3:20 a.m., police saw the boy driving the SUV near Sheppard Avenue East and the Don Valley Parkway

- the boy ignored the officer's request to stop and fled

- the boy continued through the intersection of Sheppard Avenue East/Brian Road, contrary to the red light and collided with another vehicle

- officers arrested the boy when the SUV came to rest on the sidewalk

The 20-year-old man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There were no injuries as a result of the collision.

The 17-year-old boy, who cannot be identified under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with:

1) Attempt Murder
2) Robbery
3) Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
4) Flight from Police
5) Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

He was scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Saturday, July 8, 2017, 10 a.m., courtroom 101.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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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Honda Indy Toronto, Friday, July 14, 2017 to Sunday, July 16, 2017, Road closures

From Friday, July 14, 2017, to Sunday, July 16, 2017, the Honda Indy Toronto will take place. This event will feature numerous Indy Car Races, as well several other on-site attractions.

Road closures for this event will begin on Wednesday, July 12, 2017.

At 12 pm:
- southbound Strachan Avenue will be closed from Fleet Street to Lake Shore Boulevard West

At 8 pm:
- Lake Shore Boulevard West will be closed from Strachan Avenue to British Columbia Drive

These roads will remain closed all weekend. They are scheduled to be reopened on Sunday, July 16, 2017, by 11 pm.

Due to the extensive road closures, motorists can expect significant delays in the area and are strongly encouraged to plan alternate routes. Anyone attending the Honda Indy Toronto should take public transit. Both the TTC and GO Transit will provide increased service to Exhibition Place.

To ensure the safety of spectators and competitors, all persons are reminded that operating Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAV /"drones") in and around Exhibition Place during Honda Indy Toronto weekend is strictly prohibited. Persons found operating a UAV in the area will be in direct violation of restricted airspace and will be subject to investigation and/or prosecution.


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Missing woman, Jane Street/Sheppard Avenue West area, Filomena Pennacchio, 76

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Filomena Pennacchio, 76, was last seen on Saturday, July 8, 2017, at approximately 10:30 a.m., in the Jane Street/Sheppard Avenue West area.

She is described as approximately 5', 100 lbs., short brown hair, wearing a brown T-shirt, brown ankle-length pants.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Jane Street/Sheppard Avenue West area, Filomena Pennacchio, 76

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing woman.

Filomena Pennacchio, 76, was last seen on Saturday, July 8, 2017, at approximately 10:30 a.m., in the Jane Street/Sheppard Avenue West area.

See previous news release.

She was located on Saturday, July 8, 2017.


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Missing boy, Yonge Street/Cummer Avenue area, Joseph Lahmany, 17

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing boy.

Joseph Lahmany, 17, was last seen on Saturday, July 1, 2017, in the Yonge Street/Cummer Avenue area.

He is described as 5’4”, 140 lbs., short black hair, brown eyes.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Royal York Road/The Queensway area, Chi Tam Ly, 45

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Chi Tam Ly, 45, was last seen on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at 10 a.m., in the Royal York Road/The Queensway area.

He is described as 5’8”, thin build, brown eyes, short black hair. He was wearing a plaid shirt, black pants, grey shoes.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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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Missing boy located, Yonge Street/Cummer Avenue area, Joseph Lahmany, 17

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing boy.

Joseph Lahmany, 17, was last seen on Saturday, July 1, 2017, in the Yonge Street/Cummer Avenue area.

See previous news release.

He was located on Sunday, July 9, 2017.


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Driver and motorcyclist safety reminders

Improving road safety and traffic flow for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists is one of our goals in support of the Service priority and commitment to safe communities and neighbourhoods.

This initiative also supports a component of the City of Toronto – Vision Zero Road Safety Plan. Vision Zero is a comprehensive five-year (2017-2021) action plan focused on reducing traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on Toronto's streets. The plan prioritizes the safety of our most vulnerable road-users, through a range of initiatives.

Since January 1, 2017, the Toronto Police Service has recorded 191 motorcycle-involved collisions. Toronto Police Service Traffic Services would like to remind both car drivers and motorcycle riders to exercise caution when operating their vehicles to help reduce collisions and save lives.

Motorcycle rider safety tips

1) Take a course: it’s important for you to learn how to drive a motorcycle safely and to be evaluated by an instructor. Your skill-set will develop as you learn to control the motorcycle. The motorcycle shouldn’t control you.

2) Make sure you have proper riding gear: a helmet is required by law, but riders should also think of wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, ankle boots and a jacket (even when it’s hot outside). Riding in the sun constantly drains you, and you should think about reducing road rash in case of a fall.

3) Make yourself visible: many collisions are caused by a motor vehicle turning into the path of a motorcycle driver. You want other drivers to see you. Wear a reflective vest or contrasting colours and continually try to make eye contact with drivers to be sure they’re aware of you.

4) Slow down: most fatal collisions are caused by excessive speed. Motorcycles are unstable vehicles and they have a limited grip on the road. You don’t want to lose control with excessive speed, especially around a turn.

5) Don’t ride impaired: you shouldn’t ride a motorcycle or drive a vehicle after drinking alcohol or consuming drugs, and you shouldn’t ride when you’re tired. You need 100 per cent of your attention and focus when operating a motorcycle.

6) Ride with a buddy: riding with friends allows you to occupy a full lane. This increases your visibility and you can keep an eye on one another if something goes wrong.

7) Make sure your motorcycle is properly maintained: check your vehicle frequently for general maintenance and problems. Tire pressure is especially important. The contact patches of your tires are about the size of a footprint. This small area is all that keeps you on the road. Any problems with tire pressure can be dangerous.

8) Communicate with other drivers: attempt to make eye contact with other drivers, making sure they’re aware of you and your movements. Consider using hand signals prior to turning or changing lanes as indicator lights on motorcycles are very small. Also, if you’re comfortable with a specific group of cars, stay with them.

9) Scan the road: many collisions are caused when cars turn into the path of motorcycles or come out of driveways. If you’re aware of what’s happening around you, you can avoid dangerous situations. Your head should be moving, checking your mirrors, and your eyes constantly scanning the road when riding on a motorcycle.

10) Refresh your skills: no matter how long you have been riding, you will be rusty after a few months. Your skills and association with a motorcycle deteriorate quickly when not riding, even for a short period of time. Take a refresher course if it’s been a while since you’ve ridden. Ask yourself, can I improve? Am I the best and safest driver I can be?


Car driver safety tips for motorcycles

Here are some general rules to keep in mind the next time you share the road with motorcycles.

1) Follow the five-second rule: increase your driving distance when you find yourself behind a motorcycle and maintain a space or distance equivalent to at least five seconds.

2) Adjust your driving for poor or inclement weather: inclement weather is even more hazardous for a motorcycle rider than it is for a car driver. If a motorcycle is ahead of you, anticipate the rider might face challenges that you may not give them extra space.

3) Look before you turn: most often, when a vehicle makes a left or right turn, and is involved in a collision, the driver often states they did not see the motorcyclist. The reality is they should have. Take a second or third look before making that turn. Adjust your turn so you can see past any obstructions preventing you from making sure the road is clear. As drivers, you are responsible for all movements made by your vehicle.

3) Check your blind spots often: since motorcycles are much smaller than cars, it's that much easier for them to slip into your blind spot - especially when they're attempting to pass you. Don’t be a lazy driver. Check your blind spots regularly and, in particular, before starting a lane change.

4) Be a co-operative driver: this tip goes for all kinds of safe driving. Just be courteous. All road-users make mistakes. Don’t make a mistake that will cost someone their life. Communicating with other road-users so both your actions and theirs will be known, helps reduce the chances of a collision.

Safe operation, regardless of the type of vehicle a person operates, is critical to the safety of all road-users. Together we can make the roads safer by following all the rules.


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Personal injury collision #36/2017, Kipling Avenue at Clement Road

On Saturday, July 8, 2017, at 7:03 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at Kipling Avenue at Clement Road.

It is reported that:

- a man, 20, was riding a 2004 Kawasaki Ninja 600 motorcycle, southbound on Kipling Avenue, approaching Clement Road

- a man, 79, was driving a 2015 Honda Civic, northbound on Kipling Avenue, approaching Clement Road, attempting to make a left turn to westbound Clement Road

− as the Honda attempted to make the left turn, the vehicles collided

The man, 20, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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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Fatal collision #29/2017, Bayview Avenue Extension at Beltline Trail

On Saturday, July 8, 2017, at 8:05 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at the Bayview Avenue Extension, at Beltline Trail.

It is reported that:

- a woman, 35, was riding a 2010 Honda CBR600 motorcycle, northbound on the Bayview Avenue Extension, approaching Beltline Trail

- a man, 46, was riding a 2014 BMW motorcycle, northbound on the Bayview Avenue Extension, approaching Beltline Trail

- a man, 39, was driving a 2016 Honda Accord, northbound on the Bayview Avenue Extension, approaching Beltline Trail and attempted to make a U-turn

- as the Honda made the U-turn, the vehicles collided

The 35-year-old woman received life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital where she was pronounced. The 46-year-old man received non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital.

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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Phuoc Van, 64, facing seven charges in Sexual Assault investigation, St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 161 Annette Street, Photograph of man released

The Toronto Police Service would like to advise the public of an arrest in a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is alleged that:

- a man volunteers at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 161 Annette Street

- he sexually assaulted four victims, between 12 and 21, at different times over the past year

- all assaults took place around church-related events

On Thursday, July 6, 2017, Phuoc Van, 64, of Toronto, was arrested. He was charged with:

1) four counts of Sexual Assault
2) two counts of Sexual Interference
3) Sexual Exploitation

He appeared in court at Old City Hall on Friday, July 7, 2017, 10 a.m., room 101.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-2922, 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.


The CYAC is a partnership among local community and government agencies. It is comprised of specialized child abuse investigators from the Toronto Police Service in partnership with Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre, Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto, Native Child & Family Services, Jewish Family & Child, Radius Child & Youth Services , SAFE-T Program, Child Development Institute, the Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Program (The Hospital for Sick Children) and the Victim Witness Assistance Program.


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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Police request assistance identifying three men in Arson investigation, St. Clair Avenue West and Avenue Road area, Security camera videos released

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance with an Arson investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, at 2:06 a.m., the victims were at their home in the St. Clair Avenue West and Avenue Road area.

- three men entered their property and set fire to a Land Rover parked in the driveway

- they fled in a light-colored flatbed-style work truck

Security camera videos have been released to identify the three unknown men and the vehicle they used.

See security camera video one.

See security camera video two.

See security camera video three.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, 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, Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area, Nein Nguyen, 88

The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance locating a missing man.

Nein Nguyen, 88, was last seen on Monday, July 10, 2017, at 8:30 a.m., in the Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area.

He is described as 5’, 130 lbs., medium build, brown eyes, short grey hair, does not speak English. He may be wearing a white golf shift with horizontal black strips, black pants, brown sandals.

Police are concerned for his well-being.

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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Missing man, Islington Avenue/Elmhurst Drive area, William Crosswell, 60

The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

William Crosswell, 60, was last seen on Friday, July 7, 2017, at 11:30 a.m., in the Islington Avenue/Elmhurst Drive area.

He is described as 5’8”, grey/black shoulder-length hair, beard.

Police are concerned for his safety.

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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Missing man located, Islington Avenue/Elmhurst Drive, William Crosswell, 60

Missing man located, Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area, Nein Nguyen, 88

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing man.

Nein Nguyen, 88, was last seen on Monday, July 10, 2017, at 8:30 a.m., in the Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area.

See previous news release.

He was located on Monday, July 10, 2017.


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