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Man sought in ongoing Assault and Sexual Assault investigation, Dundas Street East and River Street area, Update, Neville Blake, 30, arrested, faces four charges

September 11, 2017, 12:14 pm
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[Please note that a version of this release, posted at 1:16 p.m. today, contained incorrect information. That release has been deleted. The information below is correct.]


The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of an arrest in an ongoing Sexual Assault investigation into an occurence 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 alleged 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.

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On Saturday, September 9, 2017, Neville Blake, 30, of Whitby, was arrested. He is now charged with:

1) Sexual assault causing bodily harm
2) Forcible confinement
3) Choking, overcome resistance
4) Uttering death threats

He was scheduled to appear in court at College Park, on Monday, September 11, 2017, 10 a.m., room 501.

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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Man, 47, charged with assault on Parking Enforcement Officer, Cottingham Street and Avenue Road area

September 11, 2017, 12:35 pm
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The Toronto Police Service would like to update the public on an arrest in an Assault investigation.

It is alleged that:

- on Friday, September 8, 2017, at 8:25 a.m., a Parking Enforcement Officer was issuing parking tickets in the Cottingham Street and Avenue Road area

- a man, 49, became verbally aggressive with the Parking Enforcement Officer after being asked to move his vehicle and refusing to do so

- the man then accelerated his vehicle at a high rate of speed, through a school zone, and swerved his vehicle in the direction of the Parking Enforcement officer

On Friday, September 8, 2017, Mark Hayman, 47, of Toronto, was arrested.

He is charged with:

1) Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
2) Assault a Peace Officer with a Weapon
3) Driving while under Suspension

He is scheduled to appear in court at College Park on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, 2 p.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-6600, 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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Public assistance required identifying woman Photograph released

September 11, 2017, 1:12 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance identifying a woman.

On Thursday, August 10, 2017, at approximately 5:15 p.m., police were called to Humber Bay Shores Park for Unknown Trouble.

See previous release.

In an effort to identify this woman, her photograph has been released.

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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Police request assistance with two shooting investigations in Regent Park area, Security camera images released

September 12, 2017, 5:02 am
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The Toronto Police Service is seeking assistance finding witnesses or those with information on two recent firearm-related incidents in the Regent Park area.

It is reported that:

- between Monday, August 28, 2017 and Monday, September 4, 2017, there were two separate shooting incidents between 11:15 p.m. and 1:36 a.m.

- several suspects are seen together, walking in the area prior to the shootings

- both victims were alone when approached by one suspect and both were shot multiple times at close range

- the suspects then fled

Police are appealing for witnesses or those with information about these attacks.

Security camera images have been released.

If a member of the public recognizes any of those pictured, police are advising not to approach them. Contact police immediately. They are considered armed and dangerous.

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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Sexual Assault investigation, King Street West and Portland Street area, Picture of vehicle of interest released

September 12, 2017, 5:47 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance with a Sexual Assault investigation.

It is reported that:

- on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at approximately 1:30 a.m., in the King Street West and Portland Street area, two woman got into a physical altercation

- one woman left, and a 19-year-old woman remained

- a vehicle pulled up with two men inside

- the 19-year-old woman entered the vehicle under the pretence of it being an Uber

- while inside the vehicle, one man sexually assaulted the woman

- the woman was dropped off in the Don Mills Road and Sheppard Avenue East area

The vehicle is described as an approximately 2009 model white Ford Escape, with tinted windows, fog lights and a licence plate with the first character "C".

Anyone with video footage or any witnesses to the altercation at King Street West and Portland Street at 1:30 a.m., or Don Mills Road and Sheppard Avenue at 2:30 a.m., are 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.


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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22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday," Isam Rafie, 44

September 12, 2017, 6:32 am
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This is the latest instalment of 22 Division's "Catch-22 Tuesday.” We are looking for Isam Rafie, 44, of Toronto.

He is wanted on a warrant for:

1) Fraud Over $5000
2) Theft Over $5000
3) Fail to Comply Recognizance

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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Missing girl, Toronto Public Library, 184 Sloane Avenue, Carllove Nadramsingh, 13

September 12, 2017, 6:43 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing girl.

Carllove Nadramsingh, 13, was last seen on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at 3:25 p.m., near the Toronto Public Library, 184 Sloane Avenue.

She is described as 5’7”, thin build, brown eyes, long brown curly hair. There is no clothing description.

Police are concerned for her safety.

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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Personal injury collision #46/2017, Eglinton Avenue East and Bimbrok Road

September 12, 2017, 7:11 am
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On Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 3:39 p.m., police responded to a call for a personal injury collision at Eglinton Avenue East at Bimbrok Road.

It is reported that:

- a man, 31, was driving a 2015 Toyota, eastbound on Eglinton Avenue East, attempting to make a left turn to northbound Bimbrok Road

- a man, 61, was driving a 1985 GMC ice-cream truck, westbound on Eglinton Avenue East, approaching Bimbrok Road

- the vehicles collided in the intersection

A man, 31, 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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Marijuana dispensary search warrant executed, Canna Clinic, 44 Kensington Avenue, 15 people facing drug-related charges

September 12, 2017, 7:53 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to make the public aware of arrests in a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act investigation.

On Monday, September 11, 2017, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers executed a search warrant at the Canna Clinic Dispensary at 44 Kensington Avenue.

It is alleged that the following was seized during the execution of the search warrant:

- 168.7 kilograms of marijuana
- 14.5 kilograms of marijuana oil
- 4.9 kilograms of shatter
- $14,410 (Canadian currency)
- $22 (US currency)

Rebecca Luu, 25, of Toronto, was arrested. She is charged with:

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


Matthew Bresee, 26, of Guelph, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Sean Remedios, 25, of Mississauga, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Fadi Shalash, 20, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Willie Bustin, 32, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Mohammed Hussein, 31, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Tiaudre Tulloch-Allicock, 22, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Ouphol Phila, 24, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Andres Fernandez Murray, 23, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Constantine Kapches, 31, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Yacob Issayas, 28, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Truth John, 24, of Richmond Hill, was arrested. She is charged with:

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


Benjamin Reid, 22, of Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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


Oshawnycee McDonald, 21, of Toronto, was arrested. She is charged with:

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


Mark Gilliand, 46, Toronto, was arrested. He is charged with:

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

They are scheduled to appear in court at Old City Hall on Monday, October 23, 2017, 9 a.m., room 114.

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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New budget webpage goes live, Shows how TPS builds its budget, tps.on.ca/budget

September 12, 2017, 9:23 am
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The public is getting a closer look at the Toronto Police Service budget through a new webpage: tps.on.ca/budget.

Chief Administrative Officer Tony Veneziano said the budget will be more accessible so that it can be better understood as well as invite community input.

“We are showing the public how we build our budget and the key components,” Veneziano said. “We want to ensure that the budget is understood, clear up any misconceptions and also answer any questions.”

“We’re very much committed to developing budgets that are affordable and sustainable in the long term, while working within the city’s fiscal pressures,” Veneziano said, of the budget that has a zero per cent increase for the second consecutive year.

The public will get the opportunity to attend a Budget Information Session hosted by the Toronto Police Services Board’s Budget Committee and moderated by Budget Committee Chair Councillor Shelley Carroll. This session will be held in the second-floor auditorium at police headquarters on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at 6 p.m. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation.

The Board’s Budget Committee will also hold a public meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at police headquarters, led by Committee Chair Councillor Shelley Carroll, to consider the draft 2018 police budget. The Board will be presented with the Budget Committee’s recommendations for approval at the Thursday, October 26, 2017 Police Services Board meeting.

The community will have an opportunity to make deputations at both the Budget Committee meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2017 and at the Board’s regular public meeting on Thursday, October 26, 2017.


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Missing woman, Jones Avenue and Gerrard Street East area, Kathryn Diaz McEwen, 63, Updated photograph

September 9, 2017, 12:03 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Kathryn Diaz McEwen, 63, was last seen between Friday, September 1, 2017 and Tuesday, September 5, 2017 in the Jones Avenue and Gerrard Street East area.

Click here for original release.

An updated photograph has been released

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 man, Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East area Donald Grant, 61

September 12, 2017, 10:53 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Donald Grant, 61, was last seen on Tuesday, September 5, 2017, in the Sherbourne Street and Gerrard Street East area.

He is described as white, thin build, 5’6’’, 150 lbs. He has a long thick grey beard, straggly salt-and-pepper hair. He is known to wear multiple hats (sometimes a cowboy hat), and wears multiple layers of clothing and is usually over-dressed for the weather.

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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Missing woman located, Jones Avenue and Gerrard Street East area, Kathryn Diaz McEwen, 63

September 10, 2017, 8:13 am
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Missing man located, Woodbine Avenue and Queen Street East area, Aimable Mugara, 36

September 12, 2017, 5:28 am
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Missing girl located, Kipling Avenue and Eglinton Avenue West area, Christina "Madi" Botez, 15

September 12, 2017, 11:08 am
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The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing girl.

Christina "Madi" Botez, 15, was last seen on Saturday, July 15, 2017, at 6 p.m., in the Kipling Avenue and Eglinton Avenue West area.

She was located on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 2:28 p.m.


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TPS starts recruitment process for 80 new police constables

September 12, 2017, 2:30 pm
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The Toronto Police Service is now accepting applications for the position of Cadet-in-Training. The new recruits will support community-centric policing, diversity and inclusion as part of The Way Forward Action Plan.

The Service continues to modernize and that includes its recruitment processes with a new job posting for 80 police constables to be added to the Service's complement. The job posting describes valued qualifications such as post-secondary education, work or volunteer experience with marginalized and/or socially and economically disadvantaged communities.

As the TPS develops its new Human Resources strategy, new core competencies will define how members are recruited, developed and promoted in all roles, including uniform and civilian.

“The people of today’s police service are expected to be adaptable, accountable, and innovative,” said Chief Mark Saunders, listing some of these values. “In the future, members who contribute to our dynamic team will already have invested time and energy into becoming community leaders.”

For more information on the current recruitment process, please contact the Employment Unit at 416-808-JOIN (5646).

To see the job posting, click here.


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Missing girl located, Toronto Public Library, 184 Sloane Avenue, Carllove Nadramsingh, 13

September 12, 2017, 1:32 pm
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Missing woman, King Street West and Jameson Avenue area, Evelyn Chua, 74

September 13, 2017, 6:06 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing woman.

Evelyn Chua, 74, was last seen on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 6:30 p.m., in the King Street West and Jameson Avenue area.

She is described as 4’11”, small build, short black/gray hair. It is unknown what clothing she was wearing at this time.

Police are concerned for her 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 man, Wellington Street West and Strachan Avenue area, Michael Chan, 31

September 13, 2017, 6:44 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing man.

Michael Chan, 31, was last seen between Wednesday, September 6, 2017 and Thursday, September 7, 2017 in the Wellington Street West and Strachan Avenue area.

He is described as 5'5”, black moustache, goatee. He was last seen wearing a dark-coloured windbreaker (possibly blue) with three light-coloured stripes (possibly yellow) down each sleeve, white T-shirt with dark-text design on front, dark-coloured pants, dark shoes. He is unsteady on his feet while walking.

Police are concerned for his 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, 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, Victoria Park Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area Carllove Nadramsingh, 13

September 13, 2017, 7:10 am
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The Toronto Police Service is requesting assistance locating a missing girl.

Carllove Nadramsingh, 13, was last seen on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 5 p.m., in the Victoria Park Avenue and Lawrence Avenue East area.

She is described as 5’7", thin build, brown eyes, long brown curly hair. She was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, grey trackpants, light-blue shoes, carrying a black string backpack.

Police are concerned for her safety.

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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